Description
A delightful salad featuring tender blackened shrimp, crisp romaine lettuce, and a creamy Caesar dressing, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 head romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup Caesar dressing
- Olive oil for cooking
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season the shrimp: In a bowl, coat the shrimp with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Heat the skillet: Preheat your skillet over medium-high heat with olive oil.
- Cook the shrimp: Sear the shrimp in a single layer for about 2-3 minutes on each side until blackened.
- Prepare the salad base: In a large salad bowl, mix chopped romaine, cherry tomatoes, and Parmesan cheese.
- Dress it up: Add Caesar dressing and toss until evenly coated.
- Combine: Top with blackened shrimp and serve immediately.
Notes
Make ahead by seasoning shrimp and chopping vegetables earlier. Avoid overcooking shrimp for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 300mg
Keywords: shrimp salad, Caesar salad, blackened shrimp, summer salad, healthy meal