Greek Shrimp Salad

Ingredients

• 2 pounds unpeeled medium-size fresh shrimp
• 6 cups water
• 2 3/4 cups cooked orzo (cooked without salt or fat)
• 3/4 cup chopped green onions
• 3 ounces crumbled feta cheese with peppercorns
• 3 tablespoons minced fresh dill
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 3/4 cup peeled, chopped cucumber
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 15 Bibb lettuce leaves
• Cucumber slices (optional)

Preparation

1. Peel and devein shrimp. Bring water to a boil in a saucepan; add shrimp, and cook 3 to 5 minutes or until shrimp turn pink. Drain well, and rinse with cold water.
2. Combine shrimp, orzo, and next 3 ingredients in a large bowl. Combine lemon juice, oil, and salt; add to shrimp mixture, and toss lightly. Cover and chill at least 8 hours.
3. To serve, add chopped cucumber and tomato to shrimp mixture; toss well. Place 3 lettuce leaves on each of 5 salad plates. Spoon shrimp mixture evenly over lettuce. Garnish with cucumber slices, if desired.