Roasted Shrimp Scampi on Salad with Creamy Basil and Roasted Garlic Dressing

A perfect light summer dish that will leave you feeling satisfied, this dish can be prepared as either full fat or an even lighter version with reduced fat and calories. Both versions of the shrimp and dressing are delicious and it is all up to you and your specific meal plan. I have included the nutrition facts for both styles to help make your choice easier. Either way you choose to prepare this dish you will love the taste of the garlicky-lemony shrimp complimented by the basil and roasted garlic dressing. I hope you enjoy.

Roasted Shrimp Scampi

Ingredients:

1 lb. large shrimp, cleaned and deveined

1/2 lemon, juiced

1 tsp. unsalted butter, melted

1 Tbsp. olive oil

2 tsp. garlic, minced

2 Tbsp. parsley, chopped

Preheat oven to 400'

Toss shrimp with other ingredients, except parsley, and arrange in a single layer on a sheet pan. Roast for between 8 and 10 minutes or until translucent. Remove from oven and toss with parsley. 

For a lighter version omit the butter and olive oil and instead coat shrimp with olive oil spray and remaining ingredients and follow the same directions.

Nutrition Facts for Full Fat Version

4 Servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 166.8
Total Fat 6.3 g
Saturated Fat 1.4 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.1 g
Monounsaturated Fat 3.1 g
Cholesterol 174.8 mg
Sodium 169.7 mg
Potassium 244.6 mg
Total Carbohydrate 3.0 g
Dietary Fiber 0.2 g
Sugars 0.2 g
Protein 23.4 g

Nutrition Facts for Reduced Fat Version
4 Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 128.5
Total Fat 2.0 g
Saturated Fat 0.4 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.8 g
Monounsaturated Fat 0.3 g
Cholesterol 172.3 mg
Sodium 169.6 mg
Potassium 244.3 mg
Total Carbohydrate 3.0 g
Dietary Fiber 0.2 g
Sugars 0.2 g
Protein 23.4 g

Creamy Basil and Roasted Garlic Dressing

Ingredients:

1 head garlic, cut in half

1/2 small shallot

1 tsp. olive oil

3/4 cup sour cream

3/4 cup mayonnaise

1/4 cup basil, firmly packed

2 Tbsp. parsley, rough chopped

2 Tbsp. white wine vinegar

1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated

1/4 tsp. black pepper

Preheat oven to 400'

Using  a piece of aluminum foil about 6" by 6" center the garlic and shallot. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper if desired. Bring corners up and seal packet. Roast in oven between 30 and 45 minutes or until garlic and shallot are caramelized. Remove and cool.

Place all of the ingredients, including the roasted garlic and shallot, in the bowl of a food processor and pulse until smooth. Chill well.

For a reduced fat version substitute low fat sour cream and light mayonnaise.

Nutrition Facts for Full Fat Version

16 - 2 Tablespoon Servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 112.3
Total Fat 10.5 g
Saturated Fat 2.5 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.4 g
Monounsaturated Fat 5.5 g
Cholesterol 9.7 mg
Sodium 106.8 mg
Potassium 34.6 mg
Total Carbohydrate 1.5 g
Dietary Fiber 0.1 g
Sugars 0.0 g
Protein 1.3 g

Nutrition Facts for Reduced Fat Version
16 - 2 Tablespoon Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 55.7
Total Fat 4.8 g
Saturated Fat 1.2 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1 g
Monounsaturated Fat 0.7 g
Cholesterol 5.7 mg
Sodium 132.0 mg
Potassium 33.7 mg
Total Carbohydrate 2.3 g
Dietary Fiber 0.1 g
Sugars 0.0 g
Protein 1.2 g

To assemble toss 2 cups of your favorite salad blend with 2 tablespoons of Creamy Basil and Roasted Garlic Dressing and arrange 3 ounces of Roasted Shrimp Scampi across the top.