Cazuela de Mariscos

Cazuela de Mariscos is a vibrant and flavorful Mexican seafood dish, featuring a medley of shrimp, scallops, and fish simmered in a savory tomato broth. This low-carb delight is perfect for a healthy lunch, bringing the taste of the ocean to your table.

Ingredients

• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Onion - 1 small, diced
• Bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Tomato - 2 medium, chopped
• Vegetable broth - 250 ml
• Shrimp - 150 grams, peeled and deveined
• Scallops - 100 grams
• White fish (e.g., tilapia) - 100 grams, cubed
• Cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Lime - 1, juiced
• Chili powder - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Heat olive oil in a medium pot over medium heat.
2. Add minced garlic and diced onion, and sauté until the onion becomes translucent.
3. Stir in the diced bell pepper and chopped tomatoes, cooking for about 5 minutes until softened.
4. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a simmer.
5. Add shrimp, scallops, and cubed white fish to the pot, then sprinkle with chili powder, salt, and black pepper.
6. Simmer for about 10 minutes, or until the seafood is cooked through.
7. Remove from heat, stir in chopped cilantro and lime juice.
8. Serve hot, garnished with additional cilantro if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 280
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 100 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle health and repair.
• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, promoting heart health.

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