Low Fat Honey Walnut Shrimp
Indulge guilt-free with this healthier take on the classic Honey Walnut Shrimp! This Low Fat Honey Walnut Shrimp recipe combines succulent shrimp lightly coated in cornstarch and pan-seared to perfection, then glazed in a creamy honey-lemon sauce made with low-fat mayonnaise and skim milk for a satisfying yet light dish. Toasted walnuts add a delightful crunch, while the absence of deep frying keeps the calories in check without skimping on flavor. Ready in under 35 minutes, this dish makes for a quick and elegant main course, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Try serving it alongside steamed rice or sautéed vegetables for a balanced and wholesome meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 grams large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 large egg whites
- 60 grams cornstarch
- 60 grams walnuts
- 45 grams honey
- 30 grams low-fat mayonnaise
- 10 ml lemon juice
- 15 ml skim milk
- olive oil cooking spray
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
Spread the walnuts onto the prepared baking sheet and toast in the oven for about 5-7 minutes, until golden brown and fragrant. Set aside to cool.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the egg whites until frothy. Place the cornstarch in another bowl.
Dip each shrimp first into the frothy egg whites, allowing any excess to drip off, then coat in the cornstarch, shaking off any extra.
Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and spray lightly with olive oil cooking spray. Add the shrimp in a single layer, cooking for about 2 minutes on each side until pink and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
In a small saucepan over low heat, combine honey, low-fat mayonnaise, lemon juice, and skim milk. Stir until smooth and warmed through.
Add the cooked shrimp back into the skillet and drizzle with the warm honey sauce, using a spatula to gently coat the shrimp.
Season the shrimp with salt and black pepper to taste.
Transfer the coated shrimp to a serving platter and sprinkle with the toasted walnuts.
Serve immediately, garnished with additional sliced green onions or sesame seeds if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1320 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 47.2 g | 61% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.2 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 32.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 856 mg | 285% | |
| Sodium | 3233 mg | 141% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 107.5 g | 39% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.9 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.0 g | ||
| Protein | 125.3 g | 251% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 410 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 4.0 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 1646 mg | 35% | |
*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.
