Gulf Coast Shrimp and Vegetables South Beach Diet Recipe Phas
Bursting with vibrant flavors and packed with lean protein, the Gulf Coast Shrimp and Vegetables recipe is a quick and healthy meal perfect for fans of the South Beach Diet. Succulent shrimp are sautéed with garlic and a medley of fresh vegetables—red bell peppers, zucchini, yellow squash, and juicy cherry tomatoes—then brightened with a zesty squeeze of lemon juice. With just a hint of optional cayenne for spice, this dish is rich in nutrients while staying low-carb and low-calorie, making it ideal for Phase 1 of the South Beach Diet. Ready in just 25 minutes, this one-skillet wonder is as easy to prepare as it is to enjoy. Serve it as a light dinner or a satisfying lunch, garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color and an herby finish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced into strips
- 1 yellow squash, sliced
- 1 zucchini, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Set aside.
In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the shrimp to the skillet and season with a pinch of salt, black pepper, and optional cayenne pepper. Cook for 2–3 minutes per side, or until shrimp are pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining olive oil. Toss in the red bell pepper, yellow squash, and zucchini. Sauté for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender but still slightly crisp.
Add the cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and drizzle with fresh lemon juice. Stir gently to combine and heat through for 1–2 minutes.
Taste and adjust seasonings with additional salt, pepper, or cayenne as desired.
Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley if preferred.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
827 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.1 g | 40% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.2 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 857 mg | 286% | |
| Sodium | 1710 mg | 74% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 28.1 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.1 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.1 g | ||
| Protein | 115.0 g | 230% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 411 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 2462 mg | 52% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
