Shrimp Scampi Salad

Ingredients

• 1½ lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 4 oz linguine or spaghetti (optional)
• 4 tbsp butter
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 4 clove garlic, minced
• ½ cup dry white wine or chicken broth
• 1 lemon, juiced
• ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
• ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 8 oz mixed greens
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• ½ cucumber, sliced
• ½ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper

Steps

1. Pat the shrimp dry and season with salt and pepper.
2. In a large skillet, melt butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes (if using) and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Add shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until pink and opaque. Do not overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if necessary.
4. Pour in white wine or broth and lemon juice. Bring to a simmer and cook for 1-2 minutes, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Stir in fresh parsley.
5. Divide mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, and cucumber among four plates. Top each salad with a portion of the cooked shrimp and a generous drizzle of the scampi sauce from the skillet.