Shrimp-and-Boston-Lettuce Salad with Garlic, Anchovy and Mint Dressing

Shrimp-and-Boston-Lettuce Salad with Garlic, Anchovy and Mint Dressing
Servings: 4
Dinner

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories
0g Protein
0g Carbs
0g Fat
The name of this salad sums it up-boiled shrimp, a gutsy dressing, and tender greens. Mild Boston lettuce wouldn't usually support such a bold dressing, but here it works.

Ingredients

6 anchovy fillets 2 cloves garlic Grated zest of 1/2 lemon 1 c. packed fresh mint leaves 1/2 c. plus 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/4 c. lemon juice (from about 1 lemon) 1/2 tsp. salt 1/4 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper 1 lb. large shrimp 2 small heads Boston lettuce (about 1/2 pound in all)

Instructions

In a blender, combine the anchovies, garlic, and lemon zest. Pulse to chop. Add the mint, oil, lemon juice, salt and pepper and blend until smooth. In a large pot of boiling, salted water, cook the shrimp until they just turn pink, 2 to 3 minutes. Drain the shrimp and transfer them to a medium glass or stainless-steel bowl. Toss the shrimp with half the dressing. Put the lettuce in a large glass or stainless-steel bowl and toss with the remaining dressing. Put the greens on plates; top with the shrimp. Variations: Grill the shrimp instead of boiling them. Large shrimp will need about three minutes per side. Substitute large sea scallops, either grilled or sautéed, for the shrimp. Wine Recommendation: The refreshing flavor of this salad requires a similarly refreshing wine. For a nice, cool accompaniment, choose a light, herbal sauvignon blanc from Italy's Alto Adige or Collio regions.

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