Grilled Shrimp Louie

Ingredients and Weight:

• Jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined (12 ounces)
• Butter, unsalted (2 tablespoons)
• Lemon juice (2 tablespoons)
• Old Bay seasoning (1 tablespoon)
• Garlic powder (1/2 teaspoon)
• Green onions, chopped (1/4 cup)
• Celery, diced (1/4 cup)
• Red bell pepper, diced (1/4 cup)
• Red leaf lettuce, torn (1 head)
• Hard-boiled eggs, chopped (6)
• Shallots, thinly sliced (1/4 cup)
• Mayonnaise (1/2 cup)
• Sour cream (1/4 cup)
• Dijon mustard (1 tablespoon)
• Worcestershire sauce (1/2 teaspoon)
• Freshly ground black pepper (to taste)

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

6 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2/5 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a bowl, combine the shrimp, butter, lemon juice, Old Bay seasoning, and garlic powder. Toss to coat.
2. Heat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
3. In a large bowl, combine the lettuce, green onions, celery, red bell pepper, hard-boiled eggs, and shallots.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and black pepper.
5. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
6. Add the grilled shrimp on top of the salad.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 400
• Fat: 20g
• Protein: 30g
• Carbohydrates: 20g

Dish Characteristics:

• Refreshing and flavorful
• Perfect for summer gatherings
• Versatile and can be customized to fit different tastes

User Comments:

• "The grilled shrimp is perfectly cooked and gives this salad a delicious smoky flavor."
• "The dressing is tangy and creamy, adding a wonderful contrast to the crisp vegetables."
• "This salad is a hit at every party I serve it at."
• "I love the addition of hard-boiled eggs, which add a nice touch of extra protein."
• "The Red leaf lettuce adds a beautiful pop of color and texture."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure to grill the shrimp until cooked through. Undercooked shrimp can be a health hazard.
• If you don't have a grill, you can cook the shrimp in a skillet over medium-high heat.
• If you are not a fan of Red leaf lettuce, you can use any other type of lettuce you prefer.
• To make this salad ahead of time, grill the shrimp and prepare the salad up to 2 hours in advance. Just keep them refrigerated until ready to serve.