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Sweet, Tart, and Spicy Shrimp and Cucumber Salad Recipe

Sweet, Tart, and Spicy Shrimp and Cucumber Salad Recipe

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Sweet, Tart, and Spicy Shrimp and Cucumber Salad

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Ingredients:

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1/4 cup fresh lime juice
3 tbsp golden brown sugar
2 tbsp fish sauce (such as nam pla or nuoc nam)
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1 tbsp finely grated lime peel
1 tsp hot chili paste (such as sambal oelek)
1 tsp grated peeled fresh ginger
2 lbs persian cucumbers (about 8) or 2 lbs japanese cucumbers ( about 8)
1 1/2 tsp salt
1 tbsp vegetable oil
3/4 cup lightly dry roasted salted peanut
1 lb cooked deveined peeled medium shrimp
4 cups thinly sliced napa cabbage
1 large red bell pepper , cut into matchstick-size strips
3 green onions , cut into matchstick-size strips
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
1/2 cup torn fresh thai basil or 1/2 cup regular basil leaves
2 tsp black sesame seeds, toasted

Directions:

For dressing: Whisk all dressing ingredients to blend in small bowl; let dressing stand while preparing salad.
For salad: Peel half of cucumbers; cut in half lengthwise and scoop out seeds with small spoon. Cut into 1/4-inch cubes (about 2 cups) and place in large strainer set over bowl.
Cut off ends from remaining cucumbers and cut in half lengthwise. Scoop out seeds. Cut halves crosswise into 1/4-inch-thick slices (about 2 1/2 to 3 cups); add to strainer. Sprinkle with 1 1/2 teaspoons salt; let drain 30 minutes.
Heat 1 tablespoon oil in heavy medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add peanuts; sauté until golden. Using slotted spoon, transfer peanuts to paper towel to drain.
Combine shrimp, cabbage, bell pepper, green onions, cilantro, and basil in large bowl.
Pat cucumber pieces dry and add to salad. Toss with dressing; sprinkle with peanuts and black sesame seeds.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	420.62 Kcal (1761 kJ)
Calories from fat	228.68 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	25.41g	39%
Cholesterol	104.31mg	35%
Sodium	1384.16mg	58%
Potassium	437.44mg	9%
Total Carbs	28.03g	9%
Sugars	10.85g	43%
Dietary Fiber	2.26g	9%
Protein	20.21g	40%
Vitamin C	31.6mg	53%
Vitamin A	0.5mg	17%
Iron	11mg	61%
Calcium	114.2mg	11%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	109.82 Kcal (460 kJ)
Calories from fat	59.71 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	6.63g	39%
Cholesterol	27.23mg	35%
Sodium	361.41mg	58%
Potassium	114.22mg	9%
Total Carbs	7.32g	9%
Sugars	2.83g	43%
Dietary Fiber	0.59g	9%
Protein	5.28g	40%
Vitamin C	8.2mg	53%
Vitamin A	0.1mg	17%
Iron	2.9mg	61%
Calcium	29.8mg	11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Find out how many calories should you eat.

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Weightwatchers Points

10.1

Points
11

PointsPlus

Good Points

saturated fat free

Bad Points

High in Sodium

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