Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsThe Windmill & Bar 51Blackened Shrimp Grilled Caesar Salad Recipe

Blackened Shrimp Grilled Caesar Salad Recipe

Time30m
Serves2

blackened shrimp over 1/2 grilled romaine with caesar dressing, croutons & parmesan

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Ingredients

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Shrimp

Method

Shrimp Preparation

  1. 1

    Season the Shrimp

    In a bowl, combine the peeled and deveined shrimp with cajun seasoning and olive oil. Toss until shrimp are well coated.

  2. 2

    Cook the Shrimp

    Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned shrimp to the grill and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are opaque and cooked through. Remove from grill and set aside.

Salad Preparation

  1. 3

    Prepare the Romaine

    Cut the romaine lettuce in half lengthwise. Brush the cut sides lightly with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.

  2. 4

    Grill the Romaine

    Place the romaine halves on the grill, cut side down. Grill for about 2-3 minutes until they are slightly charred but still crisp. Remove from the grill.

  3. 5

    Assemble the Salad

    On a serving plate, place the grilled romaine halves. Drizzle Caesar dressing over the top, then add the grilled shrimp, croutons, and grated Parmesan cheese.

  4. 6

    Garnish

    Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the salad to taste and serve immediately.

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