Low Fat Delicious Stuffed Shrimp
Elevate your seafood game with this irresistible recipe for Low Fat Delicious Stuffed Shrimp! Perfectly tender shrimp are butterflied and generously packed with a savory, nutrient-packed stuffing made from sautéed vegetables, whole wheat breadcrumbs, and creamy low-fat cream cheese. Bright notes of lemon zest and fresh parsley add a refreshing burst of flavor, while a hint of garlic ties everything together. This quick, oven-baked dish is ready in just 35 minutes and is crafted to be health-conscious yet utterly indulgent, making it the ideal appetizer or light main course. Whether you’re hosting dinner guests or treating yourself, this recipe balances richness and wholesomeness in every bite! Keywords: low-fat stuffed shrimp recipe, healthy baked shrimp, seafood appetizer, easy shrimp recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 pieces large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 pieces red bell pepper, finely chopped
- 1 stalk celery, finely chopped
- 2 pieces green onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup whole wheat breadcrumbs
- 4 ounces low-fat cream cheese, softened
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Butterfly each shrimp by cutting a slit along its back, being careful not to cut all the way through.
In a skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil and add the finely chopped red bell pepper and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
Add the green onions and garlic to the skillet and cook for another 2 minutes until fragrant. Remove from heat.
In a mixing bowl, combine the sautéed vegetables, whole wheat breadcrumbs, low-fat cream cheese, lemon zest, chopped parsley, black pepper, and salt. Mix until well blended.
Stuff each butterfly-cut shrimp with a generous spoonful of the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
Place the stuffed shrimp on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and the stuffing is golden brown.
Serve warm as an appetizer or over a bed of mixed greens for a light main dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1064 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 39.9 g | 51% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.0 g | 75% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 397 mg | 132% | |
| Sodium | 2981 mg | 130% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 99.6 g | 36% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.0 g | 57% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.8 g | ||
| Protein | 72.9 g | 146% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 474 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 8.6 mg | 48% | |
| 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.
