Description
Grilled Shrimp Louie is a flavorful and light twist on the classic shrimp Louie salad. Featuring perfectly grilled shrimp, creamy dressing, and fresh vegetables, it’s the ideal appetizer or light meal. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for summer gatherings, healthy eating, or as a refreshing starter for your next dinner party.
Ingredients
Ingredients:
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon ketchup
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)
- 2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
- 1 small cucumber, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 cups mixed salad greens
Instructions
Instructions:
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Toss the shrimp with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Grill the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are pink and opaque.
- While the shrimp grill, prepare the dressing by combining mayonnaise, sour cream, ketchup, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce (if using).
- In a large bowl, toss the mixed greens, cucumber slices, and halved cherry tomatoes.
- Add the grilled shrimp on top of the salad, and drizzle with the dressing.
- Garnish with chopped hard-boiled eggs and serve immediately.
Notes
- For a healthier twist, swap sour cream with Greek yogurt.
- You can substitute shrimp with grilled chicken or scallops.
- Add avocado slices for extra creaminess.
- The dressing can be prepared up to 3 days in advance.
- Store any leftover salad and dressing separately for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilled
- Cuisine: American
