Shrimp Caesar Salad Recipe | Happy Healthy Eating

this Grilled Shrimp Caesar Salad It’s a light and delicious summer treat you’re sure to love! Served with white wine Parmesan sauce, crunchy pepitas, creamy avocado and juicy tomatoes, it's the perfect 15-minute meal.

Why You’ll Love This Shrimp Caesar Salad Recipe

This Shrimp Caesar Salad will be at the top of the list for anyone who needs another light 15-minute lunch recipe.

• Versatile. Add crispy chickpeas, use grilled chicken, or turn it into a pasta salad however you like.
• Suitable for beginners. This refreshing summer salad is a recipe that any level of home cook can master.
• convenient. You can use frozen shrimp or even store-bought seasoning if you have that on hand.
• Fast. Enjoy a Caesar salad with homemade spicy mustard dressing in just 15 minutes.

what do you need

The nutty, crunchy caprese pairs perfectly with the creaminess of the sauce. Scroll to the recipe card at the bottom of the post for exact ingredient quantities.

For the shrimp salad:

• shrimp – Use fresh or frozen (thawed).
• Avocado oil – You can use vegetable, corn, or canola oil.
• lettuce – Iceberg lettuce is a great substitute. Do not use French, Italian or bib lettuce as their leaves are too soft.
• Cherry Tomatoes – Make sure they are fresh, plump and have smooth skin.
• avocado – Feel free to use your favorite guacamole instead.
• Golden Nugget Team—— Sunflower seeds, chopped pecans, walnuts and almonds also work.

For the dressing:

• garlic – Fresh garlic or minced garlic is best. Avoid using garlic powder as it will make the mixture grainy.
• Stone ground mustard – Dijon mustard may also be used.
• Tabasco – If you have Frank’s hot sauce on hand, go ahead and buy it.
• lemon – If using lime juice, reduce the amount by half.
• Parmesan cheese – Freshly grated cheese is best.
• White wine vinegar – Avoid using white vinegar as it is too strong, but rice vinegar is a great substitute.
• Olive oil – Avocado oil also works.
• salt and pepper – I prefer kosher salt and fresh pepper.

How to Make Grilled Shrimp Caesar Salad

Grilled lettuce adds seared depth to every bite. Scroll to the recipe card at the bottom of the post for more detailed instructions.

• Make the dressing. Set grill to medium-high heat. Add all seasoning ingredients to a food processor and pulse until smooth and emulsified. Oil and vinegar should no longer be separated. Set it aside.
• Grilled lettuce. Drizzle avocado oil over lettuce. Grease skillet/grill with cooking spray. Add lettuce and grill for 2-3 minutes per side, or until lightly charred and wilted. Remove from heat and set aside.

• Boil the shrimp. Season each side of shrimp with salt and pepper. Place on the grill and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until slightly curled and no longer translucent. Remove from heat. Set it aside.
• Assemble it. Roughly chop the charred lettuce with a sharp knife. Place on a platter with grilled shrimp, cherry tomatoes, avocado, capsicum and seasonings on the side. Serve and enjoy!

Tips and variations

This easy Shrimp Caesar Salad is even easier with store-bought dressing or leftover garlic grilled shrimp.

• Exchange proteins. use chicken breast or Roasted Turkey Breast Keep this salad simple.
• Make it vegetarian. Skip the shrimp and add extra-firm tofu, crispy chickpeas, or lentils to turn this dish into a vegetarian meal.
• Use store bought. If you're in a hurry, skip the homemade dressing and use your favorite store-bought dressing to save time.
• Add leftovers. Reheat any Honey Garlic Grilled Shrimp, Air Fryer Shrimpor Garlic Herb Grilled Shrimp Leftovers. Add them to salads just before serving.
• Make it into a pasta salad. Cook 1-2 cups of your favorite short pasta, such as penne or fusilli, and cook according to package directions. Drain it. Roughly chop the lettuce and toss with the salad dressing, dressing and cooked pasta. Serve hot or chilled.
• Season the shrimp. Toss shrimp with 1 tablespoon garlic powder, 1/2 tablespoon onion powder, 3 teaspoons chili powder, and 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper before grilling for added flavor.

Food recommendations

This Shrimp Caesar Salad with homemade dressing is perfect for summer. Serve alone or with me Hickory Crusted Salmon, Cedar Plank Salmonor Air Fryer Pesto Salmon. For a vegetarian side dish or a simple appetizer to complete the meal, choose mine Ham-wrapped asparagus, Garlic Parmesan Zucchini Slicesor Avocado Bruschetta.

How to Store Shrimp Caesar Salad

Serve directly from the refrigerator, or place the lettuce and shrimp on a hot skillet over medium heat, 4-5 minutes per side, until hot. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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