Shrimp Caesar Salad in Crispy Parmesan Cups Recipe
Servings: 2
Ingredients
- Shrimp Caesar Salad in Crispy Parmesan Cups
- 1/4lb raw shrimp, peeled and deveined (about 12 large shrimp)
- 2 cups cold water
- 1 Tablespoon salt
- 1 Tablespoon brown sugar
- salt and pepper
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- Caesar salad dressing
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 437g | |
| Recipe makes 2 servings | |
| Calories 315 | |
| Calories from Fat 136 | 43% |
| Total Fat 15.49g | 19% |
| Saturated Fat 8.87g | 35% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 130mg | 43% |
| Sodium 4353mg | 181% |
| Potassium 367mg | 10% |
| Total Carbs 12.07g | 3% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.3g | 4% |
| Sugars 8.54g | 6% |
| Protein 31.6g | 51% |
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