Patio Shrimp Salad

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic and shrimp, and season with salt and pepper.
2. Cook, stirring occasionally, until shrimp is cooked through, about 5 minutes.
3. Remove from heat and set aside.
4. In a large bowl, combine cannellini beans, bell pepper, vinegar, mustard, and parsley. Add the cooked shrimp and toss to combine.
5. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Interesting Facts

• This salad is a great source of protein.
• The Dijon mustard adds a nice flavor to the salad.
• You can also use cooked, peeled and deveined shrimp for a faster preparation time.