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Shrimp and Rice Salad

By Linda Larsen, About.com

Shrimp and Rice Salad

Shrimp and Rice Salad

Linda Larsen
This simple salad recipe is easy to make, especially if you keep the ingredients on hand - frozen shrimp and frozen sugar snap peas work well.

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 12 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup long grain rice
  • 1/4 cup white wine vinegar
  • 1/4 cup oil
  • 2 tsp. dried dill weed
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1/4 tsp. pepper
  • 1 Tbsp. mustard
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • 1/2 lb. cooked shrimp, shelled and devined, thawed if frozen
  • 1/2 lb. sugar snap peas, blanched

Preparation:

Cook rice as directed on package. Meanwhile, combine vinegar, oil, dill weed, salt, pepper, and mustard and mix well. Pour 2 Tbsp. of this dressing over the hot rice and toss gently. Cover rice and refrigerate 1 hour or until cold.

In medium bowl, combine rice, green onions, shrimp, pea pods and remaining dressing; toss gently to combine. Place onto serving plates and squeeze some fresh lemon juice over each salad. Serve immediately. 4 servings.

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