Camarones en Salsa de Mango

Camarones en Salsa de Mango is a vibrant and refreshing Mexican seafood dish that combines succulent shrimp with a sweet and tangy mango salsa. This healthy meal is perfect for a light dinner or a special occasion, offering a taste of the tropics in every bite.

Ingredients

• Shrimp - 300 grams, peeled and deveined
• Ripe mango - 1 medium, diced
• Red bell pepper - 1/2, finely chopped
• Red onion - 1/4, finely chopped
• Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Lime juice - 2 tablespoons
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Jalapeño - 1/2, finely chopped (optional for heat)

Steps

1. In a bowl, combine the diced mango, red bell pepper, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, and jalapeño if using. Mix well and set aside to marinate.
2. In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Add the shrimp to the skillet, season with salt and black pepper, and cook for 3-4 minutes until they turn pink and opaque.
4. Remove the skillet from heat and gently fold in the mango salsa with the cooked shrimp.
5. Serve immediately, garnished with additional cilantro if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 8 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 170 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids from shrimp, supporting heart health.
• Mango provides vitamins A and C, boosting the immune system.

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