Green Apple, Jicama, and Shrimp Salad with Mint, Lemongrass, and Dijon Dressing
Prep Time
20 minutes
Cooking Time
N/A
Yields
4 servings as a main dish
Ingredients
1 lb. medium cooked, peeled and deviened shrimp coarsely chopped
1 cup matchstick-cut Granny Smith apple
1 cup matchstick-cut jicama
1/2 cup matchstick-cut carrots
1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons white sugar
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Directions
- Toss apple, jicama, and carrots together in a large bowl.
- Place mint leaves, olive oil, sugar, vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic, and lemongrass in a food processor. Pulse until blended but slightly chunky, about two10-second intervals.
- Pour dressing over apple mixture; toss until well mixed. Cover salad and shrimp separately with plastic wrap; refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Mix shrimp into salad before serving; garnish with cilantro.