Shrimp Scampi Tacos with Caesar Salad Slaw
Experience a delightful variation of the classic shrimp taco with these Shrimp Scampi Tacos, featuring shrimp sautéed in rich butter and zesty lemon juice. They’re crowned with a crisp Caesar salad slaw, bringing a burst of freshness and lightness to each bite. Plus, this dish comes together in under 20 minutes, making it a quick and satisfying meal!
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Ingredients
- 5 tablespoons Skinny Creamy Caesar Dressing
- 1 tsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 pound peeled and deveined jumbo shrimp
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- Pinch red pepper flakes
- Juice from ½ a lemon
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh Italian parsley
- 8 corn tortillas
- 8 romaine lettuce leaves
- 2 ½ tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 scallions
- 1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Juice from 1 lemon
- 1 small garlic clove
- ½ tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 anchovy filets
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 5 tablespoons 0% fat Greek yogurt
- 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
Instructions
- 1
In a compact blender or food processor, blend together the ingredients for the dressing until you achieve a smooth mixture. If the consistency is too thick, add a splash of water to thin it out. Set this aside for later use.
- 2
In a large skillet, heat butter and oil over medium heat. Once the butter has melted, introduce the garlic and sauté for 30 seconds. Next, add the shrimp, seasoning them with 1/8 teaspoon of salt and pepper. Cook for 2 minutes, then flip the shrimp, adding another 1/8 teaspoon of salt and pepper. Continue cooking for an additional 2 minutes or until the shrimp turn opaque and are fully cooked. Remove from the heat, then mix in the red pepper (if using), lemon juice, and parsley. Toss everything together to ensure the shrimp are well coated.
- 3
At the same time, warm the tortillas as directed on the package. In a medium-sized bowl, combine the lettuce with 2 tablespoons of the Caesar dressing, tossing to coat evenly.
- 4
Distribute the tortillas and shrimp equally across 4 plates. Drizzle the pan sauce over the shrimp, then garnish each taco with freshly grated parmesan, sliced scallions, and the Caesar slaw. Finally, evenly distribute the remaining 3 tablespoons of dressing over the tacos.
Nutrition Information
Notes & Tips
- *Makes about ¾ cup. You will only need 5 tablespoons for this recipe. Refrigerate remaining dressing in an airtight container for up to a week.
- *Makes about ¾ cup. You will only need 5 tablespoons for this recipe. Refrigerate remaining dressing in an airtight container for up to a week.