Indulge in the delightful flavors of Lightened Green Goddess Dressing with Grilled Shrimp, a culinary masterpiece that tantalizes your taste buds with its vibrant green hue and zesty, creamy texture. This delectable dressing, made with fresh herbs, tangy yogurt, and a hint of lemon, perfectly complements the succulent grilled shrimp, creating a harmonious balance of flavors. Accompany this main course with a refreshing Quinoa Salad featuring crisp cucumber, red onion, and a zesty lemon-tahini dressing. For a satisfying side dish, try the flavorful Grilled Zucchini with Lemon-Garlic Butter, where tender zucchini slices are grilled to perfection and infused with a savory blend of lemon, garlic, and herbs. Complete your culinary journey with a sweet treat: No-Bake Granola Bars, a delightful combination of oats, honey, peanut butter, and dried cranberries, offering a wholesome and satisfying snack or dessert option.
Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!
GRILLED ROMAINE WITH SHRIMP AND GREEN GODDESS DRESSING
Provided by Stuart O'Keeffe
Time 20m
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- For the dressing: Add the parsley, spinach, chives, tarragon, garlic, mayonnaise, canola oil, lime juice and vinegar to a blender. Blend until it resembles an emulsified dressing consistency. If it's too thick add a splash of water to loosen it up.
- For the romaine hearts: Preheat a grill or grill pan to a medium heat. Whisk to combine the olive oil, lemon juice, salt and pepper in a small bowl; rub on the romaine leaves using your hands. Grill the romaine until nice and charred, 1 to 2 minutes per side.
- For the shrimp: Pat the shrimp dry and toss with some canola oil in a bowl. Grill for 2 minutes on each side.
- For the salad: Place the romaine halves on each plate, divide the shrimp on top, sprinkle with the croutons and drizzle with the dressing. Top with Parmesan.
GREEN GODDESS DRESSING
This bright and vibrant dressing has evolved since it originated in 1920s California. Earlier versions contained tarragon, anchovies, Worcestershire or avocados. Our reimagined classic is full of fresh, tender herbs, lemon and a balanced blend of yogurt and mayonnaise.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories condiment
Time 10m
Yield About 2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Add the yogurt, mayonnaise, basil, dill, parsley, chives, garlic, lemon zest, juice, vinegar, 1 teaspoon kosher salt and 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper to a blender. Puree until smooth, scraping down the sides with a rubber spatula as needed. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 5 days; stir well before using.
GREEN GODDESS SHRIMP DIP IN A SOURDOUGH BOWL
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories appetizer
Time 1h
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Pulse the shrimp in a food processor until finely chopped but not pureed. Transfer to a large bowl. Add the cream cheese, dill, tarragon, parsley, scallions, mayonnaise and sour cream to the food processor and process until smooth.
- Add the cream cheese mixture to the shrimp along with the lemon zest and juice; mix well. Season with ½ teaspoon salt, a few grinds of pepper, and hot sauce to taste. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 30 minutes and up to 4 hours.
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Using a small serrated knife, hollow out the bread loaf, leaving a 1/2-inch-thick shell; set aside. Slice the cut-out bread into pieces and arrange on a baking sheet; drizzle with olive oil and add a few dashes of hot sauce. Bake until toasted, 5 to 8 minutes. Fill the loaf with the dip and top with dill. Serve with the toasted bread and crackers and/or crudites.
ROASTED SHRIMP COCKTAIL WITH GREEN GODDESS DRESSING
Provided by Ina Garten
Categories appetizer
Time 40m
Yield 10 to 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Peel and devein the shrimp, leaving the tails on. Place them on a sheet pan with the olive oil, salt, and pepper and spread them in one layer. Roast for 8 to 10 minutes, just until pink and firm and cooked through. Set aside to cool.
- For the dressing, place the mayonnaise, scallions, basil, lemon juice, garlic, anchovy paste, salt, and pepper in a blender and blend until smooth. Add the sour cream and process just until blended. Use immediately or refrigerate until ready to use. Serve as a dip for the shrimp with the celery sticks.
GREEN GODDESS DIP WITH GRILLED SHRIMP
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories appetizer
Time 1h15m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Combine the anchovies, mayonnaise, sour cream, scallions, herbs, lime juice, and salt in a blender. Puree to make a smooth dressing. Season, to taste, with salt and pepper. Refrigerate for 1 hour before serving. Can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- 2 pounds medium shrimp, peeled and deveined with tails
- Oil or melted butter, for grilling
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1 lime
- Toss the shrimp with just enough oil or butter to coat lightly, and then season with salt and pepper. Preheat a grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the shrimp until they just curl and are translucent, about 1 1/2 minutes on each side. Squeeze the lime over the shrimp and serve warm or at room temperature with the dip.
- 6 cups cold water
- 2 cup white wine
- 4 strips lemon zest
- 2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
- 1 fresh bay leaf, sliced
- 2 pounds medium shrimp, peeled and deveined with tails
- Combine all the ingredients in a large saucepan and heat over high heat until the shrimp turn pink and firm up, and the water just barely begins to simmer, about 6 minutes. Pull the pan from the heat and set aside for 3 minutes.
- Drain the shrimp and put them in a bowl. Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap, and pierce the wrap a few times to let steam escape¿otherwise water will collect on the wrap and drip onto the shrimp. Chill at least 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 323 calorie, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 2 grams, Protein 24 grams
SHRIMP WITH GREEN GODDESS SAUCE
Provided by Claire Robinson
Time 9m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Bring a 6-quart pot of highly salted water to boil over high heat. Add the shrimp to the boiling water and simmer until they are cooked through, 3 to 4 minutes. With a slotted spoon or strainer, transfer the shrimp to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking. Once cooled, drain, pat dry and reserve.
- Puree the creme fraiche, tarragon, scallions, zest and lemon juice in food processor until smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to a bowl and serve with the reserved shrimp.
- BYOC: For a little extra depth of flavor, try adding an anchovy fillet to the puree... trust me, it's great!
SHRIMP SALAD WITH COCONUT GREEN GODDESS DRESSING
We love colorful and refreshing dinner salads. For this version of Green Goddess Dressing, coconut cream serves as a healthful creamy addition to balance the bright flavors of the orange and herbs. It's truly a perfect dressing for crunchy lettuce, avocado and shrimp. Recipe developed by Food Network Kitchen.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Peel the oranges with a paring knife, removing any white pith. Slice between the membranes to remove the segments; set aside. Squeeze out the excess juice from the membranes into a blender. Add the herbs, scallions and coconut cream and puree until smooth. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper and puree until creamy. Set the dressing aside.
- Season the shrimp generously with salt and pepper. Heat a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil, then add half the shrimp and cook, turning once, until opaque, 5 to 6 minutes. Remove to a large bowl. Repeat with the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and shrimp.
- Add the romaine, avocado, cashews, radishes and orange segments to the bowl with the shrimp; toss. Drizzle with the dressing and season with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 490, Fat 30 grams, SaturatedFat 11 grams, Cholesterol 238 milligrams, Sodium 440 milligrams, Carbohydrate 25 grams, Fiber 10 grams, Protein 35 grams, Sugar 12 grams
Tips:
- For a lighter version of the dressing, use Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise.
- To make the dressing ahead of time, simply whisk all of the ingredients together and store in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- If you don't have fresh herbs on hand, you can use 1 tablespoon of dried herbs instead.
- To grill the shrimp, preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Brush the shrimp with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill for 2-3 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
- Serve the grilled shrimp with the Green Goddess dressing and your favorite grilled vegetables.
Conclusion:
This Lightened Green Goddess Dressing with Grilled Shrimp is a delicious and healthy meal that can be enjoyed any time of year. The dressing is light and flavorful, and the grilled shrimp are perfectly cooked and juicy. This dish is sure to please everyone at your table.
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