Bibb Lettuce with Shrimp, Asparagus, and Chive Aïoli

Bibb Lettuce with Shrimp, Asparagus, and Chive Aïoli
Bibb Lettuce with Shrimp, Asparagus, and Chive Aïoli
Bibb and Boston are both types of butter lettuce; you can use either in this recipe. What to drink: An Australian Sémillon, or a California Chardonnay or Chenin Blanc will stand up to the rich flavors in this meal.
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  • Served Person: Makes 12 servings
American Salad Shrimp Asparagus Spring Chive Lettuce Bon Appétit
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1/4 cup white wine vinegar
  • 2 cups mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh chives
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • Carbohydrate 6 g(2%)
  • Cholesterol 75 mg(25%)
  • Fat 30 g(47%)
  • Fiber 3 g(11%)
  • Protein 9 g(19%)
  • Saturated Fat 5 g(23%)
  • Sodium 496 mg(21%)
  • Calories 332

Preparation Whisk first 5 ingredients in medium bowl. Season dressing with salt and pepper. Cook asparagus in pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, about 2 minutes. Drain. Rinse under cold water. Drain well. (Dressing and asparagus can be made 1 day ahead. Cover separately and chill.) Toss lettuce with half of shrimp, half of tomatoes, and half of asparagus in large shallow bowl. Top salad with remaining shrimp, tomatoes, and asparagus. Drizzle salad with dressing and serve.

Preparation Whisk first 5 ingredients in medium bowl. Season dressing with salt and pepper. Cook asparagus in pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, about 2 minutes. Drain. Rinse under cold water. Drain well. (Dressing and asparagus can be made 1 day ahead. Cover separately and chill.) Toss lettuce with half of shrimp, half of tomatoes, and half of asparagus in large shallow bowl. Top salad with remaining shrimp, tomatoes, and asparagus. Drizzle salad with dressing and serve.