Ingredients
For the Shrimp:
1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Salad:
2 large heads romaine lettuce, chopped
1 cup croutons
1/2 cup shaved Parmesan cheese
1/3 cup Caesar dressing (more if desired)
Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
Season the Shrimp:
In a bowl, toss shrimp with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Cook the Shrimp:
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook for 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove from heat.
Prepare the Salad:
Place chopped romaine in a large salad bowl. Add croutons and Parmesan cheese.
Dress the Salad:
Drizzle Caesar dressing over the lettuce mixture and toss until evenly coated.
Assemble:
Top salad with warm shrimp and extra Parmesan if desired.
Serve:
Garnish with lemon wedges and freshly cracked pepper.
Notes
Cooking Tips
- Pat shrimp dry before seasoning so they sear better.
- Use chilled romaine for extra crunch.
- Add dressing gradually so the salad doesn’t become soggy.
- Freshly shaved Parmesan gives the best flavor.
- Serve immediately after tossing.
Variations
- Spicy Caesar: Add cayenne or red pepper flakes to shrimp.
- Grilled Version: Grill shrimp instead of pan-cooking.
- Low Carb: Skip croutons.
- Avocado Caesar: Add sliced avocado for creaminess.
- Wrap It: Roll leftovers into a tortilla for a Caesar shrimp wrap.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 19g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 31g