Description
A flavorful and spicy Hot Honey Blackened Shrimp Caesar Salad combining the bold taste of Cajun-seasoned shrimp coated with sweet and spicy hot honey served over crisp romaine lettuce tossed in a classic Caesar dressing, topped with Parmesan cheese and crunchy garlic croutons for a deliciously balanced meal.
Ingredients
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Shrimp
- 1 pound large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Cajun or blackened seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon hot honey
Salad
- 1 large head romaine lettuce (chopped)
- ½ cup Caesar dressing
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup garlic croutons
- Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Season the Shrimp: In a bowl, toss the peeled and deveined shrimp with olive oil, Cajun or blackened seasoning, and a pinch of salt and pepper ensuring they are evenly coated.
- Cook the Shrimp: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Arrange the shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side until they become opaque and develop a light char.
- Glaze with Hot Honey: Remove the cooked shrimp from heat and immediately drizzle with hot honey. Toss gently to coat all the shrimp evenly with the sweet and spicy glaze.
- Prepare the Salad: In a large salad bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce with Caesar dressing and grated Parmesan cheese. Toss well to make sure the lettuce is fully coated with the dressing and cheese.
- Assemble and Serve: Top the dressed salad with the hot honey blackened shrimp and sprinkle garlic croutons on top. Serve the salad with lemon wedges and extra Parmesan cheese if desired for added flavor.
Notes
- Adjust the spiciness by using more or less hot honey or by adding a pinch of cayenne pepper to the seasoning.
- For a lighter meal, substitute grilled shrimp in place of blackened shrimp and use a low-fat Caesar dressing.
- This recipe is versatile and can also be used in wraps or grain bowls for a different meal option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
