Shrimp Tunisian Fresh Tomato Relish
Bursting with bold Mediterranean flavors, Shrimp Tunisian Fresh Tomato Relish is a vibrant dish that combines succulent, spice-kissed shrimp with a refreshing, zesty relish. This recipe features a fragrant blend of paprika, cumin, coriander, and a touch of cayenne for perfectly seasoned shrimp, paired with a fresh medley of diced tomatoes, red onion, parsley, and cilantro. A hint of harissa paste elevates the relish with its smoky heat, while lemon juice brightens every bite. Quick to prepare in just 25 minutes, this dish is ideal for weeknight dinners or light entertaining. Serve it warm or at room temperature for a healthy and colorful main course that celebrates the bold, aromatic cuisine of Tunisia.
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic (finely minced)
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground coriander
- 0.25 teaspoons Cayenne pepper
- 0.75 teaspoons Salt
- 2 cups Fresh tomatoes (diced)
- 0.5 cups Red onion (finely chopped)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Harissa (Tunisian chili paste)
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
Rinse and pat dry the shrimp. Set aside.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add 2 cloves of minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Stir in the paprika, ground cumin, ground coriander, cayenne pepper, and 0.5 teaspoons of salt.
Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and fully cooked. Remove shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine diced tomatoes, chopped red onion, fresh parsley, fresh cilantro, lemon juice, harissa, the remaining minced garlic clove, the remaining tablespoon of olive oil, the remaining 0.25 teaspoons of salt, and black pepper.
Mix the tomato relish well, ensuring the ingredients are evenly distributed.
To serve, plate the cooked shrimp and top generously with the fresh tomato relish.
Garnish with extra parsley or cilantro, if desired, and serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
613 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 7.7 g | 10% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.3 g | 6% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 886 mg | 295% | |
| Sodium | 2734 mg | 119% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 35.6 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.3 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.3 g | ||
| Protein | 115.8 g | 232% | |
| Vitamin D | 20.3 mcg | 101% | |
| Calcium | 299 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 5.7 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 2657 mg | 57% | |
*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.
