Shrimp and Scallop Salad

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   Place the shrimp and scallops in 3 quarts of boiling water.

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   When the water returns to a boil, drain the seafood and refresh under cold running water.

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   Slice the shrimp in half lengthwise, and slice the scallops horizontally into 2 or 3 rounds.

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   (The seafood can be prepared up to 1 day ahead.

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   Cover and refrigerate.)

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   In a bowl large enough to hold the seafood, make the vinaigrette.

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   First mix together the lemon juice and mustard.

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   Add the oils and whisk well.

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   Season with the salt and pepper and stir in the chopped herbs.

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    Refrigerate.

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    (This can be done ahead and taken out of the refrigerator when ready to assemble the salad.)

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    To serve, arrange the Bibb lettuce on the serving plates.

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    Whisk the vinaigrette until it is smooth, and toss the seafood in it.

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    Either simply mound the seafood in the center of each plate, or arrange each plate by overlapping the shrimp and scallops to form a circular design.

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    * If more than one herb is available, use 1 tablespoon of each.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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