Easy Paella Salad

Turmeric, although unrelated to saffron, provides a similar intense golden color for a fraction of the cost, in this easy, make-ahead salad.


Easy Paella Salad


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Prep Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 1 hr 20 mins
Servings: Makes 4 servings.
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Ingredients
 
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  • 1  6-ounce package  frozen, peeled, cooked shrimpOn Sale
  • 1/2  cup  frozen peasOn Sale
  • 1  6-1/2-ounce jar  marinated artichoke heartsOn Sale
  • 2  cups  cold cooked riceOn Sale
  • 1  6-1/2-ounce can  chopped clams, drainedOn Sale
  • 1/4  cup  Italian salad dressingOn Sale
  • 1/8  teaspoon  ground turmericOn Sale
  • 12    whole cherry tomatoes, halved (about 1 cup)On Sale
  •     Lettuce leaves (optional)On Sale

Directions
1.
Thaw shrimp and peas; set aside.
2.
Drain artichoke hearts, reserving marinade. In a large bowl combine shrimp, peas, artichoke hearts, rice, and clams. Toss to mix.
3.
For dressing, in a screw top jar combine reserved artichoke marinade, Italian dressing, and turmeric. Cover and shake well. Pour over shrimp mixture. Toss gently to coat.
4.
Cover and chill until serving (up to 4 hours). Just before serving, gently stir cherry tomatoes into shrimp mixture. Line salad plates with lettuce leaves. Serve shrimp mixture on lettuce-lined plates. Makes 4 servings.

Nutrition information
Calories 375, Total Fat 14 g, Saturated Fat 1 g, Cholesterol 122 mg, Sodium 502 mg, Carbohydrate 46 g, Protein 18 g. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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