Paella Salad
Yield: Makes 4 to 6 servings
Ingredients:
1/4
to 1/2 teaspoon powdered saffron
2
cups cubed cooked chicken
1
cup cooked deveined medium shrimp (about 4 ounces)
1
cup diced cooked artichoke hearts
2
tablespoons chopped salami
2
tablespoons thinly sliced green onions
2
tablespoons chopped drained pimiento
1
tablespoon minced fresh parsley
Lettuce or fresh spinach leaves
1
large tomato, seeded and cubed (optional)
Preparation:
1.
Prepare Garlic Dressing; set aside.
2.
Bring water to a boil in 1-quart saucepan. Stir rice, salt and saffron into water. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 20 minutes. Remove from heat; let stand until water is absorbed, about 5 minutes. Refrigerate until cool, about 15 minutes.
3.
Place cooled rice, chicken, shrimp, artichoke hearts, peas, salami, onions, pimiento and parsley in large bowl; toss well. Pour dressing over salad; toss lightly to coat. Cover; refrigerate 1 hour.
4.
Arrange lettuce on large serving platter or individual serving plates; top with salad mixture. Garnish with tomato.