Shrimp Ceasar Salad

By bonitariley

Shrimp Ceasar Salad with light Ceasar dressing
NUTRITION INFORMATION
Serving size: 2-1/2 cups Calories: 269 Fat: 8.8 Saturated fat: 4.3 Carbohydrates: 19.2 Sugar: 3.7 Sodium: 528 mg Fiber: 2.4 Protein: 30.6 Cholesterol: 178 mg
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Ingredients

• INGREDIENTS
• FOR THE SALAD
• 8 cups chopped romaine lettuce
• 2 cups Garlic Croutons
• 1/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese (for garnish)
• FOR THE GRILLED SHRIMP
• 1 pound large shrimp (about 24 shrimp), peeled and deveined
• 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
• salt and fresh ground pepper, to taste
• 1 to 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• FOR THE CAESAR SALAD DRESSING
• 1/2-cup Non-Fat Plain Yogurt
• 1-1/2 tablespoons dijon mustard
• 1 garlic clove
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
• salt and fresh ground pepper, to taste
• 2 tablespoons water (if you prefer a thinner consistency, add more water)

Preparation

Step 1

In a large salad bowl combine chopped lettuce and croutons. Set aside.
FOR THE GRILLED SHRIMP
In a mixing bowl, combine shrimp, olive oil, salt and pepper; toss to combine.
Preheat a grill pan over medium-high heat.
Add shrimp to grill pan and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, or until cooked through.
*You can also prepare the shrimp on an outdoor grill*
Remove shrimp from pan and toss with lemon juice; transfer to prepared salad.
PREPARE THE DRESSING
Combine all ingredients in a blender.
Blend until creamy and smooth.
Drizzle salad dressing over salad and toss to combine.
Garnish with parmesan cheese.
Serve.