Description
This Blackened Shrimp Caesar Salad is a delicious and bold dish packed with flavor, perfect for a fresh meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 large romaine hearts, chopped
- ½ cup shaved Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup croutons
- ½ cup Caesar dressing
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Step 1: Season the Shrimp – Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and place them in a bowl. Drizzle with olive oil, then sprinkle paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, thyme, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper over the shrimp. Toss everything together until the shrimp are fully coated in the seasoning blend.
- Step 2: Cook the Shrimp – Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook for about 2–3 minutes per side until pink, slightly charred, and cooked through. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- Step 3: Prepare the Salad Base – In a large salad bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce, shaved Parmesan cheese, and croutons. Drizzle with Caesar dressing and fresh lemon juice. Toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
- Step 4: Assemble the Salad – Top the dressed salad with the warm blackened shrimp. Finish with extra Parmesan cheese and cracked black pepper if desired. Serve immediately while the shrimp are still warm and juicy.
Notes
- This salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner.
- Feel free to add extra toppings like avocado or cherry tomatoes for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Sauté
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 200mg