La Quinta Cove

This is a great summer recipe.  A complete meal, it tastes good, it’s nutritious and easy to prepare.

GREEN BEAN & SHRIMP SALAD

Vinaigrette:

1 Tablespoon red wine vinegar

1 teaspoon honey Dijon mustard

1/8 teaspoon black pepper

3 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

2 Tablespoons snipped fresh chives

Green Beans & Shrimp

1 pound green beans trimmed

2 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

2 cloves garlic finely chopped

1 ½ pounds large shrimp, shelled and deveined

¼ teaspoon salt

¼ teaspoon pepper

1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

½ cup crumbled feta cheese

1.        Vinaigrette: in a small bowl, whisk vinegar, mustard, salt and pepper. Gradually drizzle in the olive oil, whisking continuously until dressing is emulsified.  Add chives and set aside.

2.       Green Beans & Shrimp:  Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil.  Add beans and simmer for 5 minutes until crisp-tender.  Drain and place in a large bowl.  Toss with dressing & set aside.

3.       Heat the 2 tablespoons oil in a large skillet over medium high heat.  Add garlic and shrimp.  Season with salt and pepper and cook for about 2 minutes per side or until cooked through.

4.       To serve, toss tomatoes with the beans.  Place on a serving platter.  Scatter shrimp and feta over the top.