Churrasco de Frutos do Mar

Churrasco de Frutos do Mar is a vibrant Brazilian BBQ dish that features a delightful combination of marinated seafood grilled to perfection. This healthy option not only satisfies your taste buds but also brings the essence of Brazilian cuisine to your table.

Churrasco de Frutos do Mar
30 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Brazilian
300 kcal

Ingredients

  • Shrimp - 200 grams, peeled and deveined
  • Squid - 150 grams, cleaned and sliced into rings
  • Scallops - 150 grams
  • Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
  • Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
  • Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
  • Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
  • Paprika - 1 teaspoon
  • Salt - ½ teaspoon
  • Black pepper - ½ teaspoon
  • Wooden skewers - 4 (soaked in water for 30 minutes)

Steps

  1. In a bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, chopped parsley, paprika, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.
  2. Add the shrimp, squid, and scallops to the marinade, ensuring all the seafood is well coated. Allow to marinate for 15 minutes.
  3. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  4. Thread the marinated seafood onto the soaked wooden skewers, alternating between shrimp, squid rings, and scallops.
  5. Place the skewers on the grill and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until the seafood is opaque and cooked through.
  6. Remove from the grill and serve immediately, garnished with additional parsley and lemon wedges if desired.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 300
  • Protein: 35 g
  • Carbs: 6 g
  • Fiber: 0 g
  • Sugar: 0 g
  • Sodium: 600 mg
  • Cholesterol: 90 mg
  • Total Fat: 14 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

  • Rich in high-quality protein from seafood, promoting muscle health.
  • Contains omega-3 fatty acids beneficial for heart health.

Tags

BrazilianHealthyBBQ