Heart-Healthy Avocado Shrimp Roll
Elevate your lunchtime routine with the vibrant and nutritious Heart-Healthy Avocado Shrimp Roll. Packed with flavorful, pan-seared shrimp infused with garlic and lime, this recipe pairs the protein-rich seafood with creamy avocado and crunchy fresh veggies like cucumber, carrot, and red cabbage—all wrapped in wholesome whole wheat tortillas. Seasoned to perfection and brightened with a sprinkle of chopped cilantro, these rolls are as satisfying as they are nutritious, boasting omega-3s, fiber, and vitamins in every bite. Quick to prepare and bursting with color, this recipe is perfect for a light, guilt-free meal or a grab-and-go snack that supports a healthy lifestyle.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 pieces large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 whole lime, juiced
- 4 pieces whole wheat tortillas
- 2 medium ripe avocados, sliced
- 1 medium cucumber, julienned
- 1 large carrot, shredded
- 1 cup red cabbage, thinly sliced
- 0.5 cup cilantro leaves, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the shrimp to the skillet and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until they are pink and cooked through.
Remove the skillet from heat and toss the shrimp with lime juice, salt, and black pepper. Set aside to cool slightly.
Warm the whole wheat tortillas according to package instructions or for about 30 seconds over a dry skillet.
Lay the tortillas flat and arrange sliced avocados along the center of each tortilla.
Top the avocado with equal portions of cucumber, carrot, and red cabbage.
Evenly distribute the cooked shrimp over the vegetables.
Sprinkle chopped cilantro over the shrimp for added freshness.
Roll each tortilla gently but firmly, tucking in the sides as you go to make a tight roll.
Slice each roll in half diagonally and serve immediately for best texture and flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1485 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 72.4 g | 93% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.7 g | 53% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 340 mg | 113% | |
| Sodium | 2812 mg | 122% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 156.7 g | 57% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 44.0 g | 157% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.1 g | ||
| Protein | 72.1 g | 144% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 566 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 12.6 mg | 70% | |
| Potassium | 3602 mg | 77% | |
*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.
