This quickie post is fitting for this quickie recipe. Tonight’s supper aced all weeknight dinner categories: incredibly delicious, simple and healthy. Use only the freshest shrimp and you’re golden.

Xox,

Amanda

POACHED SHRIMP WITH COCONUT WATER +LIME

serves 4

INGREDIENTS

• 3/4 lb shelled shrimp

• 1/3 c. coconut water
• 1/4 c. unseasoned rice vinegar
• 3 tbsp. lime juice
• 1 scallion, finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tbsp. ginger, well minced
• 1/2 tsp. sugar
• S&P to taste

• 1/2 cucumber, cut into half moons
• 1 bell pepper, cut into 1/2 inch dice
• 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 jalapeño, sliced

DIRECTIONS

1. In plenty of boiling, salted water, poach shrimp for 2-3 minutes. Drain, cold shock in an ice bath, drain again and pat dry.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients (ingredients 2-9). Add poached shrimp and remaining veggies and toss to combine.
3. Cover and chill for 30 minutes before serving.