Kale Caesar Salad With Grilled Shrimp Recipe

Name: Kale Caesar Salad With Grilled Shrimp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 ounces large shrimp, peeled and deveined; 6 1/4-inch-thick slices from a small red onion; 4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 3 cloves garlic, 2 minced and 1 halved; 12 ounces kale, tough ribs removed and leaves torn (about 8 cups packed); 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt; 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt (not nonfat); 2 tablespoons mayonnaise; 3 tablespoons finely grated Parmesan; 2 tinned anchovies, mashed with a fork; 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard; 8 thin diagonal slices of baguette; 1/4 cup Parmesan shavings

Servings: persons

12 ounces large shrimp, peeled and deveined
6 1/4-inch-thick slices from a small red onion
4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 cloves garlic, 2 minced and 1 halved
12 ounces kale, tough ribs removed and leaves torn (about 8 cups packed)
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
2 tablespoons Greek yogurt (not nonfat)
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
3 tablespoons finely grated Parmesan
2 tinned anchovies, mashed with a fork
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
8 thin diagonal slices of baguette
1/4 cup Parmesan shavings

1
Toss shrimp and onion with 1 Tbsp. lemon juice, 1 Tbsp. oil and 1 minced garlic clove in a bowl. Marinate for 15 minutes. Rub kale leaves with 1 Tbsp. lemon juice and salt until slightly softened and darkened. Thread shrimp onto skewers.
2
In a bowl, whisk yogurt, mayonnaise, Parmesan, anchovies, mustard, remaining 2 Tbsp. oil and 2 Tbsp. lemon juice, 1 minced garlic clove and 1 1/2 tsp. warm water. Season with salt and pepper.
3
Preheat grill to medium; oil lightly. Grill bread until golden, turning once, about 2 minutes total. Immediately rub bread with cut sides of garlic halves. Grill shrimp and red onion, turning, until cooked through, about 4 minutes total. Divide kale among 4 plates and top with grilled shrimp, onion, Parmesan shavings and garlic bread. Drizzle with dressing and serve.

430

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 ounces large shrimp, peeled and deveined, 6 1/4-inch-thick slices from a small red onion, 4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, and more.

Yes, Kale Caesar Salad With Grilled Shrimp falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Kale Caesar Salad With Grilled Shrimp

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