Mint-Marinated Shrimp With Tabbouleh, Tomatoes, And

Name: Mint-Marinated Shrimp With Tabbouleh, Tomatoes, And Feta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups medium or coarsely cracked bulgur*; 1 1/2 cups water; 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons olive oil; 6 tablespoons chopped fresh mint, divided; 2 teaspoons coarse kosher salt, divided; 20 cooked peeled deveined large shrimp with tails intact; 3 plum tomatoes, seeded, coarsely chopped; 1/2 cup finely chopped arugula; 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (about 3 ounces); 2 green onions, chopped; 1 garlic clove, minced

Servings: persons

2 cups medium or coarsely cracked bulgur*
1 1/2 cups water
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons olive oil
6 tablespoons chopped fresh mint, divided
2 teaspoons coarse kosher salt, divided
20 cooked peeled deveined large shrimp with tails intact
3 plum tomatoes, seeded, coarsely chopped
1/2 cup finely chopped arugula
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (about 3 ounces)
2 green onions, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced

1
Stir bulgur, 1 1/2 cups water, 1/2 cup lemon juice, and 1/3 cup oil in large bowl. Let stand until bulgur is tender and most liquid is absorbed, about 2 hours.
2
Meanwhile, whisk together remaining 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 2 tablespoons oil, 3 tablespoons mint, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in medium bowl. Mix in shrimp. Marinate 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3
Drain off any excess liquid from bulgur. Mix in tomatoes, arugula, feta, green onions, garlic, remaining 3 tablespoons mint, and 1 1/2 teaspoons salt. Season salad to taste with pepper.
4
Mound salad in large shallow bowl or on individual plates. Spoon shrimp and dressing over and serve.
5
*Also called cracked wheat; available at supermarkets, specialty foods stores, and natural foods stores.

808

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

127

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups medium or coarsely cracked bulgur*, 1 1/2 cups water, 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, 1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons olive oil, and more.

Yes, Mint-Marinated Shrimp With Tabbouleh, Tomatoes, And Feta falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Mint-Marinated Shrimp With Tabbouleh, Tomatoes, And Feta

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