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Walnut Shrimp Salad with Kraft Fresh Take
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Shrimp Walnut Salad with Cheddar Jack Bacon Dressing

Shrimp coated with Kraft Fresh Take Cheddar Jack and Bacon mixture make the perfect addition to this salad. Top with Cheddar Jack and Bacon Dressing (dressing recipe adapted from AllRecipes)
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 bag Spring Salad Mix
  • 1 cup walnut halves
  • 1 pound shrimp de-veined and tails removed
  • 1 package Kraft Fresh Take Cheddar Jack and Bacon

For the Dressing:

  • 2 cups shredded Kraft Colby Jack Cheese
  • 1 tablespoon flour
  • 1/4 cup whipping cream
  • 1 cup cooked bacon crumbles
  • 2 cups light mayonnaise
  • 1 1/2 cups milk
  • additional shredded cheese for garnish optional

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375°
  • Place shrimp in the Kraft Fresh Take Cheddar Jack and Bacon bag. Seal and shake until shrimp is well coated.
  • Place shrimp on a foil lined baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes (depending on the size of your shrimp)
  • Remove from oven and let cool.
  • In the meantime, place shredded cheese, flour and cream in a medium saucepan. Whisk together and heat until melted and pourable. Let cool.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together cooled cheese sauce, bacon, mayonnaise and milk until evenly blended.
  • Assemble spring mix, walnut halves, cooked shrimp on salad plates. Top with optional shredded cheese. Drizzle prepared salad dressing over the salad and serve.