Cilantro Lime Shrimp

Cilantro Lime Shrimp is a zesty and refreshing low-carb dish that combines succulent shrimp with a bright cilantro-lime marinade. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, this dish bursts with flavor and is sure to impress.

Ingredients

• Shrimp (peeled and deveined) - 400 grams
• Fresh cilantro - 30 grams (chopped)
• Lime juice - 2 tablespoons
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves (minced)
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Red pepper flakes - 1/4 teaspoon (optional)
• Lime wedges - for serving

Steps

1. In a bowl, combine lime juice, olive oil, minced garlic, cumin, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using) to create the marinade.
2. Add the shrimp to the marinade and toss well to coat. Let it marinate for 10 minutes.
3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the marinated shrimp to the skillet in a single layer.
4. Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on one side, then flip them over and cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until they are opaque and cooked through.
5. Remove the skillet from heat, and stir in the chopped cilantro.
6. Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition

• Calories: 280
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 5 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 200 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which supports muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in antioxidants from cilantro, which may help reduce inflammation.

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