Grilled Shrimp Caesar Wraps đ€đ„
Crispy grilled shrimp, crunchy romaine, and creamy Caesar dressing wrapped in a warm tortillaâready in 15 minutes for a light yet satisfying meal!
Prep Time:Â 10 mins |Â Cook Time:Â 5 mins |Â Total Time:Â 15 mins
Servings:Â 2 (easily doubled)
Ingredients
For the Shrimp:
- œ lb (225g) large shrimp, peeled & deveined
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- œ tsp smoked paprika
- Œ tsp salt & pepper
- 1 tsp lemon zest (optional)
For the Wraps:
- 2 large flour tortillas (or spinach wraps)
- 2 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- Œ cup shredded Parmesan
- Œ cup Caesar dressing (homemade or store-bought)
- œ cup croutons (optional, for crunch)
- Lemon wedges, for serving
(Optional: Sliced avocado, cherry tomatoes, or bacon bits!)
Instructions
1. Grill the Shrimp:
- Toss shrimp with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, pepper, and lemon zest.
- Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook shrimp 1-2 mins per side until pink and slightly charred.
2. Assemble the Wraps:
- Warm tortillas briefly in a dry skillet (or microwave for 10 sec).
- Spread Caesar dressing down the center of each tortilla.
- Layer with lettuce, Parmesan, shrimp, and croutons.
- Fold sides in, then roll tightly. Slice in half diagonally.
3. Serve:
- Enjoy immediately with lemon wedges for squeezing.
Pro Tips
â Extra flavor: Add a dash of anchovy paste to the dressing.
â Meal prep: Keep shrimp and dressing separate until ready to eat.
â Low-carb: Use lettuce leaves instead of tortillas.
Serving Ideas
- đ Pair with sweet potato fries or a side soup.
- đ„ Add avocado for creaminess.
- đ¶ïž Spice it up with sriracha mayo.
These wraps are fast, fresh, and packed with proteinâperfect for lunch or a quick dinner! Let me know if youâd like a spicy or dairy-free version. đ
(Best eaten fresh, but shrimp can be refrigerated for up to 2 days.)