Dinner for 2
Curried Shrimp Salad
Curry-coated shrimp cooks briefly before being tossed with crisp romaine, cucumber, carrots, and creamy blue cheese dressing.
$17.90for 4 servings
$4.48 per serving$17.90 for 4
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- 18 minstart to table
- Easydifficulty
- 2servings as written
- $$$typical cost tier
AmericanLow-carbSide dishesLunchesDinnersSummer
What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Shrimp$7.99/lb typical | 0.5 lb | $4.00Typical price |
| Romaine and salad greens$2.49 each typical | 1.25 | $2.99Typical price |
| Cucumbers$0.89 each typical | 1 | $0.83Typical price |
| Carrots$1.09/lb typical | 0.15 lb | $0.15Typical price |
| Blue cheese, brie, queso fresco, paneer$0.80/oz typical | 1 oz | $0.70Typical price |
| Total for the servings shown | $8.95 | |
Pantry staples you likely have
Asian sauces and pastes
Not included in the cost.
Ingredients
- 16 raw shrimp
- 1 1/2 tbsp curry paste
- 6 cups romaine lettuce
- 1 1/2 cups cucumbers
- 1/2 cup carrots
- ranch dressing or blue cheese
- 1 1/2 tbsp blue cheese
Steps
- Toss the shrimp with the curry paste until evenly coated.
- Heat a lightly oiled skillet over medium heat.
- Cook the shrimp for 2 to 3 minutes per side until opaque and safely cooked through.
- Chop the romaine, cucumber, and carrots, then place them in a large bowl.
- Add the shrimp, blue cheese dressing, and blue cheese, and toss gently.
Swaps
- Shrimp for White fish (tilapia, cod, haddock)about $1.00/lb less at typical prices
- Carrots for Sweet potatoesabout $0.20/lb more at typical prices
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