Low Fat Garlic Butter Shrimp
Delight in the indulgent flavors of this Low Fat Garlic Butter Shrimp recipe, where succulent shrimp take center stage in a light and flavorful sauce. This quick and easy dish, ready in just 20 minutes, features the perfect balance of savory garlic, zesty lemon juice, and a touch of paprika for a hint of warmth. Made with olive oil and low-fat butter spread, it’s a healthier twist on the classic garlic butter shrimp, without compromising on richness. Tossed with fresh parsley for a vibrant finish, this versatile recipe pairs beautifully with rice, pasta, or a crisp salad, making it an ideal choice for a quick weeknight dinner or an elegant meal. Enjoy a high-protein, low-fat delight that satisfies your taste buds while keeping your meals light and healthy.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 cloves Minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons Low-fat butter spread
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
Instructions
Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant, but not browned.
Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer, and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side, until they turn pink and opaque.
Push the shrimp to one side of the skillet and add the low-fat butter spread to the empty side. Allow it to melt completely.
Stir the melted butter into the shrimp, ensuring all pieces are well coated.
Add the lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and paprika, and stir to combine.
Cook for an additional minute to allow the flavors to meld together.
Remove the skillet from the heat and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley.
Serve the garlic butter shrimp hot over rice, pasta, or a fresh salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
884 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 39.9 g | 51% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.9 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 945 mg | 315% | |
| Sodium | 2168 mg | 94% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 8.7 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.2 g | ||
| Protein | 120.9 g | 242% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 400 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 1592 mg | 34% | |
*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.
