Italian Shrimp and Scallop Salad

Name: Italian Shrimp and Scallop Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 8 serving(s)
Ingredients: 5 garlic cloves, minced; 3 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped; 3 tablespoons fresh celery leaves, chopped; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/2 cup corn oil; 2 cups frozen 'petite' peas; 2 lbs bay scallops; 2 lbs small shrimp, peeled and deveined

Submitted by LILLIANCOOKS

"This is a lite, fresh tasting salad! Its a garlic and seafood lovers dream! I created this for a summer family get together and it was a big hit!"

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photo by LILLIANCOOKS

Ready In:: 35mins
Ingredients:: 8
Serves:: 8

ingredients

5 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
3 tablespoons fresh celery leaves, chopped
1 teaspoon kosher salt
¹⁄₂ cup corn oil
2 cups frozen 'petite' peas
2 lbs bay scallops
2 lbs small shrimp, peeled and deveined

directions

In a small bowl, stir together the garlic, parsley, celery leaves, salt, and corn oil; set aside. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil over high heat. Pour in the peas, and return to a boil. Stir in the scallops, and boil for 3 minutes, then add the shrimp and continue cooking for 1 1/2 minutes more. Drain well, then cool in the refrigerator for 30 minutes. Once the seafood has cooled, toss it with the garlic dressing until coated. Refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight before serving. Toss again before serving.