Shrimp Caesar Salad

Name: Shrimp Caesar Salad
Ingredients: 450g medium shrimp, deveined; 1/2 tsp kosher salt; 1/2 tsp smoked paprika; 1/2 tsp garlic powder; 1/2 tsp onion powder; 1/2 tsp cumin; 2 tbsp olive oil; 350g chopped romaine hearts; 1 recipe homemade croutons (or purchased); 50g Parmesan cheese shavings; 1 medium garlic clove, minced; 25g grated Parmesan cheese; 2 tbsp lemon juice; 180ml mayonnaise (or 60ml mayo + 120ml Greek yogurt + 1 tbsp olive oil); 1 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard; 1/2 tsp anchovy paste or Worcestershire sauce (optional); 1/4 tsp kosher salt and black pepper

By admin 2/28/2026

A quick answer to "What's for dinner?" The shrimp cooks quickly (5 minutes), making it practical for weeknight meals. It serves as a customizable base for various dietary preferences.

Ingredients

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450g medium shrimp, deveined
1/2 tsp kosher salt
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp cumin
2 tbsp olive oil
350g chopped romaine hearts
1 recipe homemade croutons (or purchased)
50g Parmesan cheese shavings
1 medium garlic clove, minced
25g grated Parmesan cheese
2 tbsp lemon juice
180ml mayonnaise (or 60ml mayo + 120ml Greek yogurt + 1 tbsp olive oil)
1 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard
1/2 tsp anchovy paste or Worcestershire sauce (optional)
1/4 tsp kosher salt and black pepper

Instructions

Whisk Caesar dressing ingredients together and refrigerate in covered jar (stores up to 1 week).
Pat shrimp dry, mix with salt, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cumin. Heat olive oil in large skillet on medium-high; cook shrimp 1-2 minutes per side until opaque.
Toss romaine with croutons, Parmesan shavings, and dressing. Plate salad and top with warm shrimp.