Description
This Hot Honey Blackened Shrimp Caesar Salad combines spicy, smoky shrimp with the classic creamy Caesar flavors for a delicious and satisfying meal. The blackened seasoning with a hint of hot honey adds a perfect balance of heat and sweetness, making this salad a standout main course that’s quick to prepare and full of flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp and Seasoning
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon hot honey (plus extra for drizzling)
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Salad
- 1 large head romaine lettuce, chopped
- ½ cup shaved Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup croutons
- Caesar dressing (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Season the Shrimp: In a bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, hot honey, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, thyme, salt, and black pepper until all shrimp are evenly coated with the spice mixture.
- Cook the Shrimp: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2–3 minutes per side, or until they are blackened and fully cooked through. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Prepare the Salad: In a large salad bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce, shaved Parmesan cheese, and croutons. Drizzle Caesar dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Assemble: Top the dressed salad with the hot honey blackened shrimp. Drizzle a little extra hot honey over the shrimp for added sweetness and heat, if desired.
- Serve: Serve the salad immediately for the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to suit your preferred spice level.
- For a lighter option, grill the shrimp instead of blackening to reduce oil and spices.
- Try making homemade Caesar dressing using Greek yogurt for a fresher, tangier taste.
- This salad is best enjoyed fresh but components can be prepped ahead for quick assembly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
