Cilantro Lime Shrimp
Per ServingCilantro Lime Shrimp |
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| Makes: 4 servings | ||
| Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups shrimp | ||
| Calories | 130 | |
| Fat | 3.5 | g |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5 | g |
| Trans Fat | 0 | g |
| Carbohydrate | 1 | g |
| Fiber | 0 | g |
| Sugars | 0 | g |
| Cholesterol | 190 | mg |
| Sodium | 260 | mg |
| Potassium | 275 | mg |
| Protein | 24 | g |
| Phosphorus | 240 | mg |
| Choices: Lean Protein 3 | ||
- Makes: 4 servings
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups shrimp
Ingredients
| 1 | tsp. | extra-virgin olive oil |
| 1/2 | tsp. | minced garlic (about 1 clove) |
| 1 | lb. | large peeled and deveined shrimp, fresh if possible |
| 2 | Tbsp. | fresh lime juice, or more to taste |
| 1/4 | cup | fresh cilantro, chopped, or more to taste |
| 1/4 | tsp. | salt |
| 1/8 | tsp. | black pepper |
Directions
- Heat the oil in a large, heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds, or until it is fragrant. Add the shrimp and cook, turning once, about 2 to 3 minutes per side, until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.
- Transfer the shrimp to a bowl, and combine with the lime juice, cilantro, salt, and pepper. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 days and serve cold.
Adapted from The Six O'Clock Scramble Meal Planner: A Year of Quick, Delicious Meals to Help You Prevent and Manage Diabetes
