Aloha Friday Recipe: Papaya-Avocado-Shrimp Salad

September 7th, 2007

1 lb. fresh shrimp, shelled and deveined
3 Tbsp. fresh lime juice
1 Tbsp. Dijon mustard
1 tsp. lime zest
1/3 cup salad oil
3 heads baby romaine lettuce
1 papaya, peeled, seeded and cut into wedges
1 avocado, peeled, seeded and cut into wedges lengthwise

In a saucepan, bring water to boil and add pinch of salt. Add the shrimp and cook for three to four minutes. Drain shrimp and place in a bowl. Whisk together lime juice, Dijon mustard, lime zest and salad oil in a bowl. Pour over shrimp, marinate for two hours in the refrigerator. Arrange lettuce, papaya and avocado on a platter. Top with shrimp and pour remaining dressing over the salad.

Recipe by Pat Higa Courtesy Spirit of Aloha