Blackened Shrimp Caesar Salad
This salad consists of crisp Romaine lettuce tossed in a creamy garlic Caesar dressing. It is topped with blackened shrimp, crunchy croutons, and shaved Parmesan cheese. Like most Applebee’s entrées, it is served with a signature golden-brown breadstick brushed with a buttery garlic and parsley blend.
Price
While pricing varies by location (especially in major cities or through delivery apps like Postmates/DoorDash), the standard range is:
- Dine-in/To-Go: Approximately $15.39 – $18.79
- Delivery: Can range from $19.00 – $29.00 depending on service fees.
Calories
The calorie count can fluctuate slightly depending on whether the breadstick is included or if extra dressing is added.
- Total Serving: 830 – 860 Calories
- Note: Without the breadstick, the salad alone is roughly 660 calories.
Ingredients
The primary components of the dish include:
- Protein: Shrimp seasoned with a “blackened” spice blend (typically paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, cayenne, and oregano).
- Greens: Freshly chopped Romaine lettuce.
- Dressing: Garlic Caesar dressing (contains oil, egg yolks, lemon juice, garlic, and anchovies).
- Toppings: Shaved Parmesan cheese and garlic-Parmesan croutons.
- Breadstick: Enriched wheat flour, water, and a garlic-parsley butter spread.
Nutrition
Based on a standard single-serving entrée size:
| Nutrient | Value | % Daily Value |
| Total Fat | 58g | 74% |
| Saturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | — |
| Cholesterol | 190mg | 63% |
| Sodium | 2,240mg | 97% |
| Total Carbs | 56g | 20% |
| Dietary Fiber | 8g | 29% |
| Sugars | 9g | — |
| Protein | 31g | 62% |
Allergens
Applebee’s identifies the following major allergens in this specific dish:
- Shellfish: Shrimp
- Fish: Anchovies (found in the Caesar dressing)
- Milk: Parmesan cheese, dressing, and the butter blend on the breadstick
- Wheat/Gluten: Croutons and the signature breadstick
- Egg: Caesar dressing base
- Soy: Often found in the dressing oil and breadstick seasoning
