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Warm Shrimp Nest Salad Ragu Recipe

A Ragú® recipe contest entry! Indulge in this healthy and flavorful shrimp nest salad. Succulent garlic shrimp nestles atop a crispy spaghetti squash pancake, all served on a bed of peppery arugula tossed in balsamic vinegar and topped with creamy goat cheese and rich ragu. This elegant dish tastes like a splurge, but is surprisingly healthy and easy to make. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 90 mins
Calories 272.2 kcal
Protein 41g
Rating 3.8 (4 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Warm Shrimp Nest Salad Ragu

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How to Make Warm Shrimp Nest Salad Ragu

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cut one medium spaghetti squash in half lengthwise. Place face down in a shallow glass baking dish with ½ inch of water in the bottom.
  3. Roast squash for 45-60 minutes, or until the skin is easily pierced with a fork.
  4. Remove from oven and let cool slightly. Scrape the squash flesh into a large bowl.
  5. Drain any excess liquid from the squash. Add 2 large eggs, ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper. Mix well.
  6. Heat 1 tablespoon of butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Spoon ¼ cup portions of the squash mixture onto the skillet, flattening into small pancakes.
  7. Fry carefully until both sides are golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove and keep warm in a 200°F (95°C) oven.
  8. While the squash pancakes are cooking, gently simmer 1 cup of your favorite ragu sauce in a saucepan over low heat.
  9. Season 1 pound of shrimp with ½ teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon black pepper. Sauté in a separate skillet with 2 cloves of minced garlic in 1 tablespoon of olive oil until pink and opaque, about 3-5 minutes.
  10. Arrange 4 cups of baby arugula on a plate. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons of balsamic vinegar.
  11. Top the arugula with a spaghetti squash pancake, a spoonful of ragu, the shrimp, and a sprinkle of 2 ounces of crumbled goat cheese.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

30 g

Sugar

8g

Fat

55g

Carbs

2g

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