Rounding Out Your Mother's Day Feast---Tropical Shrimp Salad

by Michele Cheplic | More from this Blogger

24 Apr 2008 10:14 AM

This week I have been guest blogging in FOOD in an effort to share some of my family's favorite Mother's Day recipes with you. I covered the main dish and everyone's favorite part of a meal--dessert, so this blog is dedicated to rounding out your Mother's Day feast.

The other dish my father (the self-appointed Mother's Day chef) made sure was prominently featured on my mom's big day was her favorite Tropical Shrimp Salad. It's a simple side dish that packs quite a Hawaiian punch... and not just because we lived in the 50th State. You don't have to be in the "Aloha State" to enjoy the salad or to access the ingredients.

The salad serves as a great starter to a rich meal. But it could also be a great main dish if you are having a Mother's Day lunch. It's refreshing and light, though the recipe can be tweaked to be more filling if you increase the amount of shrimp you use.

Finally, if your husband has a hard time finding his way around the kitchen this recipe might complement his skill level. It doesn't require any cooking and looks great when plated. As long as he knows how to use a knife properly and can find a whisk you are guaranteed a stress-free and tasty dish.

TROPICAL SHRIMP SALAD

Ingredients:

1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger

2 tablespoons lime juice

1 teaspoon finely chopped shallot

1 teaspoon minced jalapeno pepper

1/4 teaspoon grated lime zest

1/4 teaspoon minced garlic

1/4 teaspoon salt

5 tablespoons light olive oil

2 ripe medium mangoes, chopped

1/2 lb cooked shrimp with tail on

4 cups spring mix lettuce

2 tablespoons chopped cilantro

2 tablespoons chopped macadamia nuts

Directions:

To make dressing: Whisk together first 8 ingredients in a medium size bowl.

To make salad: Top lettuce (or pre-packaged salad mix) with shrimp and mango. Drizzle dressing on top. Garnish with fresh cilantro and chopped macadamia nuts. Serve with a smile.

Related Articles:

Grilling Up a Mother's Day Feast

Mango Recipes

Shrimp-tastic Snacks

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Michele Cheplic was born and raised in Hilo, Hawaii, but now lives in Wisconsin. Michele graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison with a degree in Journalism.

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