Mediterranean Shrimp and Feta Spring Salad

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Ingredients

  • YIELD Makes 4 servings
  • Net Carbs 4g
  • INGREDIENTS
  • 1 pound large raw shrimp in the shell
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 4 cups (6 ounces) baby spinach
  • 2 large plum tomatoes, cored and chopped
  • 2 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions, green and white parts
  • 1/4 cup coarsely chopped pitted kalamata olives
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh oregano or basil
  • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon small capers
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Preparation

Step 1

Place shrimp in large saucepan with 1 quart of water. Add salt; bring to simmer over medium-high heat. Simmer 8 to 10 minutes or until shrimp are firm and white. Drain and set aside until cool enough to handle. Peel and cut into bite-size pieces.

Place shrimp in large salad bowl. Add spinach, tomatoes, feta, green onions, olives and oregano. Combine olive oil, vinegar, capers and pepper in small bowl; mix well. Pour over salad and toss gently.