Shrimp & Mango Rice Salad

Number of Servings: 
4
Ingredients: 
1 cup dried Jasmine or sushi rice
1 pound medium cooked shrimp, fresh or frozen, thawed
1 ripe mango, cut into ½-inch cubes
¼ cup slivered almonds, toasted
10 fresh mint leaves, chopped
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
2 teaspoons honey
1 garlic clove, minced
½ teaspoon kosher salt
Freshly ground pepper to taste
Instructions: 

Cook the rice according to package directions and set aside. Add the shrimp, mango, almonds, and mint and toss to combine. Whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, honey, garlic, salt, and pepper and add to the rice mixture. Stir gently to combine. Serve warm or chill in the refrigerator for several hours and serve cold.
Source:

Janice Newell Bissex, MS, RD & Liz Weiss, MS, RD
Authors, The Moms' Guide to Meal Makeovers
www.MealMakeoverMoms.com

Nutrition Information: 
310 calories, 9g fat (1g saturated, 0.6g omega-3), 170mg cholesterol, 290mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate, 2g fiber, 26g protein, 25% vitamin A, 15% vitamin C, 20% iron
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  • I am finally convinced that the cholesterol found in shrimp isn’t going to raise my blood cholesterol and may actually decrease my risk of heart disease.  Are there any other nutrients found in shrimp that can make me healthier?
    Happy Holidays!
    Ralph C.

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We already know that shrimp is low in fat and calories. But if you are concerned about cholesterol, there is good news. You do not have to give up shrimp! Research shows and dietitians concur that the high percentage of "good fats" in shrimp reduces the impact of cholesterol. So enjoy shrimp as part of a balanced - and delicious - diet.