Caesar Salad With Shrimp Recipe

Name: Caesar Salad With Shrimp
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 5 minutes
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: romaine lettuce: 75g; caesar dressing: 40g; croutons: 20g; grated parmesan cheese: 10g; anchovies: 5g; lemon juice: 5g; salt: 1g; pepper: 1g; shrimp: 100g

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Here's a twist on the classic Caesar Salad, incorporating shrimp instead of the traditional chicken. The substitution of shrimp offers a delicious variation that seafood lovers will particularly enjoy, adding a different texture and flavor profile to the dish.

🌎 American: Salad

🔥 Calories 300kcal
🍗 Protein 10g
🍚 Carbs 20g
🧈 Fat 20g

🥗 Ingredients:

romaine lettuce (75g)
caesar dressing (40g)
croutons (20g)
grated parmesan cheese (10g)
anchovies (5g)
lemon juice (5g)
salt (1g)
pepper (1g)
shrimp (100g)

🍳 How to cook (4 servings):

Cooking Time: 5 minutesPreperation Time: 15 minutes

Preparing the Shrimp

Start by cleaning and deveining the shrimp. Season with salt, pepper, and a bit of olive oil. Grill or pan-sear them over medium heat until they are pink and opaque, usually about 2-3 minutes per side. Set aside.

Making the Caesar Dressing

In a bowl, whisk together anchovy paste, minced garlic, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and grated Parmesan cheese. Slowly drizzle in olive oil while whisking until the dressing is emulsified.

Assembling the Salad

In a large bowl, toss the romaine lettuce with the Caesar dressing until well coated. Add croutons and toss again. Top with grilled shrimp and a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese.

⭐️ Nutrition facts:

This shrimp Caesar salad variation is a good source of protein from the shrimp and contains heart-healthy fats from the olive oil in the dressing. It's also rich in vitamins and minerals from the romaine lettuce.