As you can see, it doesn’t take a laundry list of ingredients or a ton of time to turn shrimp into a delicious lunch or dinner! This recipe is perfect for testing your seafood skills, and you might be pleasantly surprised at how simple it really is. For a little added “oomph,” we also have a few preparation tips and nutritional facts to enhance your newfound shrimp expertise.

Shrimp Tips:

• Shrimp cook quickly. Avoid overcooking by watching the color of the shrimp. When they turn light pink, they’re done.
• When using an acidic marinade, like those with vinegar, wine or fruit juices, you should marinate shrimp no more than a maximum of 30 minutes. The acid will actually start to “cook” the shrimp. However if your marinade is non-acidic, like those with olive oil, butter and herbs, you can marinate for an hour or more if desired. Always marinate in the refrigerator for optimal food safety.
• Working with frozen shrimp? Leave them in the refrigerator overnight to thaw, or run them under cold water if you need them immediately.

Shrimp Health Benefits:

• Low in Calories
• Selenium – Boosts immunity and thyroid health.
• Vitamin B12 – Supports brain and nervous system health.
• Protein – Builds and supports muscle and overall health.
• Phosphorus – Promotes strong, healthy bones.
• Astaxanthin – Antioxidant that helps fight inflammation

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Images: Kelli Boyd Photography
Styling: Monica Lavin of Lavin Label