OPTAVIA Counts:
- 1 Leanest
- 1.66 Green
- 3 Condiment
- 2 Healthy Fat
A simple an easy little leanest option, this Blackened Shrimp Bites recipe is perfect for summer or anytime! Do you dream of eating healthy American food every day? Make this healthy lean and green Blackened Shrimp Bites recipe and you’ll be creating a American meal that is completely on almost any healthy meal plan and 100% delicious!
Difficulty: Easy
Servings: 3
Cooking Time: 6 minutes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Benefits of Shrimp in your Diet
Introduction
Shrimp is an excellent source of protein, selenium, vitamin B12 and iodine. These nutrients are essential for good health and play a role in everything from tissue growth to energy production. Shrimp is also low in calories and fat compared to other seafood like salmon or tuna, making it an ideal meal option if you’re watching your weight or trying to lose some pounds. If you’re looking for ways to add more shrimp into your diet without breaking the bank on fancy dinners out at trendy restaurants—or even just getting bored with your usual order of chicken fingers—then look no further than these seven reasons why it’s time we all started adding some shellfish into our lives!
Shrimp is low in fat and calories.
Shrimp is low in fat and calories, providing just 90 calories per 4-ounce serving. This makes it a great choice for people who are watching their weight or who want to add more protein to their diets.
Lean & Green Blackened Shrimp Bites
Ingredients
- 2 tsp Olive Oil
- 21 oz Cooked Shrimp
- 1 tbsp Creole seasoning Sliced
- 6 oz Avocado
- 1/2 cup Green Onions FInely Chopped
- 2 tbsp Fresh Cilantro FInely Chopped
- 1/4 tsp Cayenne Pepper
- 1/4 tsp Salt
- 2 tsp Fresh Lemon juice
- 2 cup Cucumber Sliced
Lean & Green Blackened Shrimp Bites
Instructions
- Slice the cucumbers.
- Avocado sauce: Mix together 6 oz. smashed avocado, green onion, cilantro, pepper,salt, and lemon juice and set aside.
- Preheat a large heavy bottomed skillet on a medium-high heat, add the olive oil and creole seasoning. Add the shrimp and cook until slightly blackened, about 2-3 minutes on each side.
- Assemble the bites with the cucumber slices, top with the avocado sauce and shrimp.
