Shrimp, Watercress, and Millet Salad Recipe

1/4 cup millet (hulled)*

2 tablespoons plus 1 tsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided

1 to 2 lemons

1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

3 cups loosely packed stemmed watercress (about 1 bunch)

1 cup loosely packed mint leaves, chopped

1/3 cup finely chopped red onion, rinsed and drained

1 cup cooked bay shrimp, rinsed and drained

Step 1

In a small saucepan, bring millet, 1 tsp. olive oil, and 3/4 cup salted water to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, covered, 20 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand 5 minutes.

Step 2

Meanwhile, zest 1 1/2 tsp. peel and 2 tbsp. juice from 1 to 2 lemons. In a small bowl, whisk together zest and juice, remaining 2 tbsp. oil, and the salt.

Step 3

Put millet in a serving bowl. Pour in dressing and toss gently. Add watercress, mint, onion, and shrimp, and toss gently to mix.

Step 4

*Buy in boxes or in bulk at well-stocked groceries and natural-foods stores.

Step 5

Note: Nutritional analysis is per serving.

Nutrition Facts

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Amount per serving
Calories179

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9.3g12%

Saturated Fat 1.4g7%
Cholesterol 69mg23%
Sodium 325mg15%
Total Carbohydrate 14g6%

Dietary Fiber 4.6g17%
Protein 11g

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

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