Sunday, October 24, 2010

Sautéed Shrimp on Warm Black Bean Salad


This easy main dish is ready in under 30 minutes and is perfect for your busy day.

Ingredients:

1 1/4 pound(s) large shrimp, shelled and deveined
2 teaspoon(s) olive oil
1 lime
1 small onion, chopped
1 medium red pepper, chopped
1 teaspoon(s) ground cumin
1 can(s) (15- to 19-ounce) black beans, rinsed and drained
2 tablespoon(s) chopped fresh cilantro leaves


Directions:

1. Sprinkle shrimp with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper. In 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat 1 teaspoon oil on medium 1 minute. Add shrimp and cook about 6 minutes or until shrimp turn opaque throughout, stirring frequently.

2. Meanwhile, from lime, grate 1 teaspoon peel and squeeze 2 tablespoons juice; set aside.

3. Transfer shrimp to small bowl; cover with foil to keep warm. In same skillet, heat remaining 1 teaspoon oil on medium 1 minute. Add onion and red pepper, and cook 8 minutes or until tender. Stir in cumin; cook 1 minute. Add black beans, lime peel and juice, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper. Cook 3 minutes or until heated through. Spoon black bean mixture onto 4 dinner plates. Top with shrimp and any liquid in bowl; sprinkle with chopped cilantro.

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