ChineseMain CourseShrimp
Lean and Green Blackened Shrimp Lettuce Wraps
OPTAVIA Counts:
- 1 Lean
- 3 Green
- 2 Healthy Fat
- 3 Condiment
We love almost anything with shrimp and this Blackened Shrimp Lettuce Wraps recipe is no exception to that rule! Amazing flavor, easy to prepare; light and full of texture. Would your family eat Chinese food every night? Prepare this lean and green Blackened Shrimp Lettuce Wraps recipe and you’ll be creating a Chinese entree that is absolutely amazing, keeps you on plan and satisfies your cravings!Â
Difficulty: Easy
Servings: 4
Cooking Time: 15 minutes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Lean & Green Blackened Shrimp Lettuce Wraps
Ingredients
- 2 lbs Raw Shrimp
- 1 tbsp Old Bay Seasoning
- 4 tsp Olive Oil Divided
- 1 cup Plain Non-Fat Greek Yogurt
- 6 oz Avocado
- 2 tbsp Lime Juice Divided
- 11/2 cup Diced Tomatoes
- 1/4 cup Green Bell Peppers Finely Diced
- 1/4 cup Red Onion FInely Chopped
- 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Chopped
- 1 medium Jalapeno Peppers FInely Chopped
- 12 (Leaves) large Romaine Lettuce
Lean & Green Blackened Shrimp Lettuce Wraps
Instructions
- Place shrimp and Old Bay seasoning in a re-sealable plastic bag (you may need to divide shrimp into two batches).
Shake contents of bag to distribute seasoning evenly. - Heat 2 teaspoons of olive oil in large skillet, and add half of the shrimp in a single layer. Cook about 2 to3 minutes per side, until shrimp are pink and cooked through. Repeat with the remaining olive oil and shrimp.
- For the avocado crema: Combine Greek yogurt, avocado, and one tablespoon of lime juice in blender or food processor. Blend until smooth.
- For the tomato salsa: Stir the tomatoes, green bell pepper, onion, cilantro, jalapeno pepper, and remaining tablespoon of lime juice in a medium bowl.
- Prepare the lettuce wraps by dividing the shrimp, avocado crema, and tomato salsa evenly among the lettuce leaves. Serve immediately.