Paleo Shrimp Lettuce Wraps

Paleo Shrimp Lettuce Wraps are a fresh and vibrant dish that combines succulent shrimp with crisp lettuce for a delightful, low-carb meal. These wraps are infused with Asian flavors, making them a perfect healthy alternative to traditional pizza.

Paleo Shrimp Lettuce Wraps
20 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Chinese
300 kcal

Ingredients

  • Shrimp (peeled and deveined) - 200 grams
  • Butter or ghee - 1 tablespoon
  • Garlic (minced) - 2 cloves
  • Ginger (grated) - 1 teaspoon
  • Coconut aminos - 2 tablespoons
  • Red bell pepper (diced) - 1/2
  • Green onions (sliced) - 2
  • Cilantro (chopped) - 2 tablespoons
  • Lettuce leaves (Romaine or Butter) - 6 large
  • Lime (juiced) - 1

Steps

  1. In a large skillet, melt the butter or ghee over medium heat.
  2. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until they turn pink and opaque.
  4. Stir in the coconut aminos, diced red bell pepper, and half of the green onions, and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in lime juice and chopped cilantro.
  6. To assemble, spoon the shrimp mixture into the lettuce leaves and top with remaining green onions.
  7. Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh Paleo Shrimp Lettuce Wraps!

Nutrition

  • Calories: 300
  • Protein: 25 g
  • Carbs: 15 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 600 mg
  • Cholesterol: 220 mg
  • Total Fat: 15 g
  • Saturated Fat: 5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

  • High in protein from shrimp, promoting muscle growth and repair.
  • Low in carbs, making it suitable for Paleo and ketogenic diets.

Tags

ChinesePaleoPizza