Description
Fresh and light shrimp Caesar salad served in crisp lettuce wraps, combining juicy seasoned shrimp with creamy dressing, Parmesan, and crunchy croutons.
Ingredients
- 1 lb (450 g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 8 to 10 large romaine or butter lettuce leaves
- 1/3 cup Caesar dressing
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup croutons, lightly crushed
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional)
Instructions
- Pat the shrimp dry and toss with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika until evenly coated.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the shrimp for 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Remove shrimp from heat and let cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, combine shrimp with Caesar dressing, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard (if using), and toss well.
- Lay out lettuce leaves and fill each with the shrimp mixture.
- Top with grated Parmesan cheese and crushed croutons.
- Serve immediately while fresh and crisp.
Notes
- Use pre-cooked shrimp to save time, but avoid overcooking when reheating.
- Romaine and butter lettuce work best for structure and crunch.
- Store shrimp mixture separately from lettuce for freshness.
- Add vegetables like cucumbers or carrots for extra crunch.
- Mix in hot sauce or chili flakes for a spicy variation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 185mg
