Shrimp Salad With Zucchini And Basil Recipe

Name: Shrimp Salad With Zucchini And Basil
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice; 3 tablespoons capers, drained; 1 shallot, minced; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 1/2 teaspoon dry crushed red pepper; 1/2 cup olive oil; 1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped; 1 lb large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined; 2 zucchini, cut in 1/2 inch cubes (about 2 cups); 8 cups mixed baby greens; parmesan cheese, freshly grated

Servings: persons

1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
3 tablespoons capers, drained
1 shallot, minced
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon dry crushed red pepper
1/2 cup olive oil
1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped
1 lb large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 zucchini, cut in 1/2 inch cubes (about 2 cups)
8 cups mixed baby greens
parmesan cheese, freshly grated

1
Whisk lemon juice, capers, shallot, mustard, and dried red pepper in medium bowl.
2
Whisk in oil, then basil.
3
Bring large saucepan of salted water to boil, add shrimp and cook 1 minute.
4
Add zucchini and continue cooking until shrimp are opaque in the center, and zucchini is crisp tender, about 1 minute longer.
5
Drain well.
6
Transfer to large bowl.
7
Add 1/3 cup of dressing and toss to coat.
8
Season to taste with salt and pepper.
9
Toss greens in large bowl with enough dressing to coat.
10
Divide greens among 4 plates.
11
Arrange shrimp and zucchini atop greens.
12
Pass Parmesan cheese separately if desired.

400

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, 3 tablespoons capers, drained, 1 shallot, minced, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, and more.

Yes, Shrimp Salad With Zucchini And Basil falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Shrimp Salad With Zucchini And Basil

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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