Description
A quick, smoky-sweet shrimp Caesar salad with paprika-rubbed shrimp, crisp romaine, and tangy dressing—all ready in 20 minutes. Perfect for bold, restaurant-style flavor.
Ingredients
Large shrimp (1 lb, peeled/deveined)
Olive oil (1 tbsp)
Paprika (1 tsp, smoked preferred)
Garlic powder (1 tsp)
Romaine (2 large hearts, shredded)
Parmesan cheese (½ inch shred)
Avocado oil (optional, for higher smoke point)
Instructions
Pat shrimp dry to maximize browning.
Whisk olive oil and spices to form a rub.
Heat cast iron skillet to 500°F; cook shrimp 90 seconds per side.
Let shrimp cool before assembling.
Combine romaine, Parmesan, and dressing (56°F) in a bowl.
Assemble salad within 10 minutes to preserve dressing texture.
Notes
Freeze raw shrimp with scallop cuts for easier handling.
For halal-friendly alternative: use grilled halloumi with garlic/herb blend.
Store romaine at 40°F to maintain crispness.
Increase garlic powder by 10% for enhanced umami.
Avoid overseasoning if Parmesan is added.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Panning, Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 150mg