Green Apple, Jicama, and Prawn Salad with Mint, Lemongrass, and Dijon Dressing

Step 1
Bring a small pot of water to boil. Cook shrimp in boiling water until they are bright pink on the outside and the meat is no longer transparent in the center, 3 to 5 minutes; drain.

Step 2
Rinse shrimp with cold water to cool completely. Peel, devein, and slice shrimp in half lengthwise; set aside in a bowl.

Step 3
Toss apple, jicama, and carrots together in a large bowl.

Step 4
Place mint leaves, olive oil, sugar, vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic, and lemongrass in a food processor. Pulse until blended but slightly chunky, about two 10-second intervals.

Step 5
Pour dressing over apple mixture; toss until well mixed. Cover salad and shrimp separately with plastic wrap; refrigerate until ready to serve.

Step 6
Mix shrimp into salad before serving; garnish with cilantro.