Gulf Shrimp of Three Peppers

Prep Time: 25 Minutes

Cook Time: 10 Minutes

Ready In: 35 Minutes

Servings: 6

Ingredients:

1 1/2 lbs medium shrimp or 1 1/2 lbs large shrimp, steamed with old bay seasoning

1 -2 zucchini, peeled and cut into matchsticks,parboiled

2 small ripe avocados

2 cups mixed salad greens

red onion, cut into thin rings,for garnish

red pepper, chopped,for garnish

green pepper, chopped,for garnish

yellow pepper, chopped,for garnish

1 egg yolk

1/4 cup lemon juice

1 cup olive oil

1/2 teaspoon minced shallot

1/4 teaspoon minced garlic

8 medium basil leaves, chopped

1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper, to taste

1/4 teaspoon salt, to taste

2 tablespoons finely chopped red bell peppers

2 tablespoons finely chopped green bell peppers

2 tablespoons finely chopped yellow bell peppers

Directions:

1. -To Make The Dressing-.
2. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the egg yolk and 1 tablespoon of the lemon juice.
3. Slowly whisk in enough oil to start an emulsion, then alternate oil and vinegar until all is mixed in.
4. Add the remaining ingredients and whisk slowly to combine.
5. Refrigerate until serving time.
6. -To Prepare The Zucchini-.
7. Place the zucchini matchsticks in a basket or sieve and submerge in boiling water for about 15 seconds.
8. Remove the basket and immediately plunge into ice-cold water to prevent the internal temperature from cooking the zucchini any further.
9. Drain the zucchini and drizzle with a spoonful of the dressing refrigerate.
10. -To Put It All Together-.
11. Peel and de-vein the steamed shrimp, leaving tails on.
12. Toss the lettuce with just enough dressing to coat lightly.
13. Arrange the lettuce in the center of small plates and top with zucchini.
14. Circle 4 to 6 shrimp around the edge of the lettuce and place avocado slices between the shrimp.
15. Top with red onion ring slices and a scattering of chopped peppers.
16. Pass additional dressing at the table.

By RecipeOfHealth.com