Meals Matter

Gazpacho Shrimp Salad

Contributed By: gelibeli8
Better Homes and Gardens

Ingredients

1-1/2 lb. Fresh or frozen extra-large or jumbo shrimp, unpeeled

1 Recipe Red Pepper-Tomato Dressing, below

5 Large ripe tomatoes, chopped

1 Medium green sweet pepper, chopped

1 Medium red onion, chopped

1 English cucumber, chopped

2 cups Purchased crushed croutons

Italian (flat-leaf) parsley

Preparation

1. Thaw shrimp, if frozen. Peel and devein. Fill large skillet 1/2 full with lightly salted water; bring to boiling. Add shrimp. Cook, uncovered, 1 minute. Remove skillet from heat. Let shrimp sit in water for 1 to 2 minutes or until opaque. Remove with slotted spoon; set aside to cool.

2. Prepare Red Pepper-Tomato Dressing. In large bowl toss together vegetables. Season with salt and pepper.

3. Divide dressing among 6 bowls. Top with vegetables, shrimp, croutons, and parsley. Makes 6 servings.

4. Red Pepper-Tomato Dressing: Drain 1, 12-oz. jar roasted red sweet peppers. In blender combine peppers, 2 large ripe tomatoes, quartered, 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil, 2 tablespoons of vinegar, 1 clove garlic, minced, and 1 teaspoon smoked paprika. Cover and blend until very smooth. Season with remaining 1 tablespoon vinegar, salt, and pepper.

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Recipe Details

Total Preparation Time: 45 minutes
Ingredients: Shellfish
Vegetables
Actual Cooking Time: Less than 15 minutes
Number of Servings: 6
Special Features: Quick to Prepare (under 30 minutes)
Nutrition Content: Low Calorie
Meal Type: Lunch
Entree

Nutrient Information

Calories: 285
Total Fat: 14 g
Saturated Fat: 2 g
Carbohydrates: 21 g
Protein: 19 g
Calcium: 8%
Sodium: 371 mg
Iron: 19%
Fiber: 4 g