PARMESAN SHRIMP WITH BASIL DRESSING

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Shrimp can be prepared and refrigerated up to 24 hours before using. Toss in cheese just before cooking. Prepare Dressing up to a few hour in advance. If possible , use freshly grated Parmesan cheese. If basil is out of season, substitute parsley.

Provided by teresas

Categories     Very Low Carbs

Time 23m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

12 ounces jumbo shrimp, uncooked
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup oil
1 cup lettuce
1/4 cup cherry tomatoes
4 lemon wedges
1/3 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/4 cup finely chopped basil
1 tablespoon parmesan cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Shell shrimp, leaving tails intact.
  • Remove back vein, flatten with rolling pin. (butterfly them).
  • Toss shrimp in Parmesan cheese. Heat butter and oil in pan, add shrimp, cook quickly on both side until light golden brown.
  • Do not overcook or shrimp will toughen.
  • Drain on paper towels immediately.
  • Serve with lettuce (I use romaine), cherry tomatoes and lemon wedges.
  • Top with Basil Dressing.
  • Basil Dressing: combine all ingredients, mix well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1018.5, Fat 96, SaturatedFat 28, Cholesterol 299.6, Sodium 1593.5, Carbohydrate 6.5, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 2.3, Protein 34.7

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