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Shrimp, Watercress, and Millet Salad





Yields
Serves 4




Total Time
30 mins

This light and delicious salad combines shrimp, millet, watercress, and fresh mint leaves.

Shrimp, Watercress, and Millet Salad




Photo: Ian Bagwell; Styling: Dan Becker
 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
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
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
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
4

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

Step 5
5

Note: Nutritional analysis is per serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 0


Amount Per Serving
Calories 179Calories from Fat 47
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9.3g15%

Saturated Fat 1.4g7%
Cholesterol 69mg23%
Sodium 325mg14%
Total Carbohydrate 14g5%

Dietary Fiber 4.6g19%
Protein 11g22%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.