Basil Shrimp & Lentil Lettuce Cups – Lentils.org

Basil Shrimp & Lentil Lettuce Cups

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August 1, 2017

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A simple, attractive appetizer suitable for entertaining.

  • Prep: 15 Minutes
  • Cook: 15 Minutes

  • 15 Minutes

    15 Minutes

    30 Minutes

  • Yields: 6
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Directions

  1. Rehydrate noodles according to package directions. Drain well and set aside.
  2. Chop shrimp into small pieces and add to a medium bowl along with the lentils, basil, carrot, radishes, and green onion.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together lemon zest and juice, mayonnaise or yogurt, oil, mustard, and hot sauce. Pour over the lentil mixture and toss well. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  4. To assemble, place lettuce cup side up on a large platter or individual plates. Fill each cup with noodles and top with the lentil mixture. Serve immediately.

Ingredients

4 oz (125 g) rice vermicelli noodles

1 cup (250 mL) cooked, peeled, and deveined shrimp

1 cup (250 mL) cooked green lentils

1/3 cup (75 mL) chopped fresh basil

1 carrot, finely diced

3 radishes, finely diced

1 green onion, finely diced

1 lemon, zest and juice

2 Tbsp (30 mL) mayonnaise or plain Greek yogurt

2 Tbsp (30 mL) canola oil

1 tsp (5 mL) Dijon mustard

1 tsp (5 mL) hot sauce

to taste, salt and pepper

1 head butter leaf lettuce, leaves separated, kept whole

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size1 lettuce cup
Calories240
Sodium410 mg
Potassium366 mg
Protein15 g
Cholesterol86 mg
Sugar2 g
Total Fat9 g
Saturated Fat1 g
Total Carbohydrates25 g
Dietary Fiber4 g