How to Make French Shrimp Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

French cuisine is known for its diversity and sophistication, and one dish that perfectly showcases these characteristics is the French Shrimp Salad. This classic dish is a delightful combination of tender shrimp, crisp vegetables, and a creamy, flavorful dressing. Whether you're serving it as an elegant appetizer or a light main course, this salad is sure to impress your guests with its vibrant flavors and beautiful presentation.

One of the key components of this salad is the shrimp,...

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound fresh asparagus
  • ¾ pound cooked shrimp - peeled and deveined
  • ⅓ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 6 artichoke hearts, drained
  • 1 cup French dressing
  • 2 hard-cooked eggs, chopped
  • 6 sprigs fresh parsley

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Cook the asparagus in boiling salted water until tender. Remove and cool under cold water. Reserve six stalks and cut remaining asparagus into 1 inch pieces.
  • Cook and clean shrimp. Again reserve the best six and dice the remainder. In a bowl, combine shrimp and asparagus, mix gently with mayonnaise and lemon juice.
  • In a separate bowl, marinate the artichoke hearts in 1 cup French dressing.
  • Place shrimp and asparagus in an attractive shallow bowl. Garnish with sieved egg and arrange reserved asparagus on top to resemble the spokes of a wheel.
  • Drain the artichoke bottoms and garnish each with a dollop of mayonnaise, 1 whole shrimp and 1 parsley sprig. Arrange them around the salad.
  • Nutrition

    423 cal.

    • Total Fat: 33g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 186mg
    • Sodium: 690mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 14g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 9g
    • Protein: 17g
    • Vitamin C: 46mg
    • Calcium: 88mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 437mg