Sauteed Shrimp with Mango Salsa
Bright, bold, and bursting with tropical flavors, this Sauteed Shrimp with Mango Salsa is the perfect fusion of savory and sweet. Succulent shrimp, seasoned with paprika, garlic, and a hint of black pepper, are seared to perfection in olive oil, creating a beautifully caramelized crust. Paired with a vibrant mango salsa made with ripe mangoes, crisp red bell pepper, zesty lime juice, and a touch of heat from jalapeño, this dish is a refreshing and satisfying meal. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for a quick weeknight dinner or an impressive appetizer at your next gathering. Serve it as-is or over a bed of rice or greens for a light and flavorful twist. Perfect for seafood lovers and summer menus, this recipe is your ticket to a tropical dining experience!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp paprika
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 1 large ripe mango, diced
- 0.5 red bell pepper, diced
- 0.25 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp cilantro, chopped
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1 small jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the diced mango, red bell pepper, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, and jalapeño to make the mango salsa. Mix well and refrigerate while preparing the shrimp.
Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and place them in a bowl. Add minced garlic, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Toss to evenly coat the shrimp.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the seasoned shrimp to the hot skillet in a single layer. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on one side, until they turn pink and slightly opaque.
Flip the shrimp and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes on the other side until fully cooked.
Remove the shrimp from the skillet and transfer to a serving plate.
Serve the sauteed shrimp alongside the chilled mango salsa. Garnish with additional cilantro if desired and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
946 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.3 g | 40% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.3 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 857 mg | 286% | |
| Sodium | 1696 mg | 74% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 61.6 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.5 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 48.0 g | ||
| Protein | 113.4 g | 227% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 383 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 3.3 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 2073 mg | 44% | |
*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.
