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Shrimp Salad with Turmeric Dressing

Shrimp Salad with Turmeric Dressing

Rebecca Forstadt Olkowski
A light and simple summer meal that is tangy and delicious.
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Course Entree
Cuisine Seafood
Servings 6 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 1/4 tsp. ground turmeric
  • 2 Tbsp. water
  • 1/3 cup Mayonnaise Use olive oil base - Not Miracle Whip
  • 4 Tbsp White Onions grated
  • 4 Tbsp. lemon juice
  • 1 tsp Dijon Mustard
  • 2 LB large cooked shrimp
  • 1 bag mixed salad greens
  • 4-6 small Roma tomatoes cut into wedges
  • 1/4 cup black olives sliced
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Combine the mayonnaise, onion, lemon juice, mustard, and water together in a small nonmetallic bowl and whisk gently.
  • Season the dressing mixture with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Cover with plastic wrap and let it chill until you are ready to serve.
  • If you are using fresh cooked shrimp, pull off the heads and peel the shell off. Remove and discard the dark vein and discard. Rinse and pat dry with paper towels.
  • Arrange the salad greens on a large serving platter or on individual salad plates. Top with the shrimp and top with tomato wedges and olives.
  • Serve cold with the turmeric dressing.