Heart-Healthy Blackened Shrimp
Dive into vibrant flavor and health-conscious dining with this Heart-Healthy Blackened Shrimp recipe! Perfectly spiced with a homemade blackening seasoning blend of paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, and a hint of cayenne, these shrimp are seared to perfection in just minutes. Drizzled with olive oil for a dose of heart-healthy fats, each bite is bursting with smoky, zesty goodness, complemented by a squeeze of fresh lemon and a sprinkle of parsley. With minimal prep and cook time, this quick and easy dish is a nutritious weeknight meal that pairs beautifully with whole grain rice or a crisp green salad. Perfect for seafood lovers looking to enjoy big, bold flavors without compromising their health goals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, oregano, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
Add the shrimp to the bowl and drizzle with olive oil. Toss the shrimp until evenly coated with the spice mixture.
Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Make sure the skillet is thoroughly heated before adding the shrimp.
Once the skillet is hot, add the shrimp in a single layer. Do not overcrowd the skillet; cook in batches if necessary.
Cook the shrimp for about 3-4 minutes on one side until blackened, then flip them over and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the shrimp are fully cooked and opaque.
Remove the shrimp from the skillet and immediately squeeze fresh lemon juice over them.
Sprinkle chopped parsley over the shrimp for added flavor and garnish.
Serve the blackened shrimp immediately, paired with whole grain rice or a fresh salad for a heart-healthy meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
621 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.2 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.7 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 857 mg | 286% | |
| Sodium | 516 mg | 22% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.4 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.0 g | ||
| Protein | 110.6 g | 221% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 384 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 1448 mg | 31% | |
*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.
