Steamed Shrimp with Corn and Edamame
Delight your taste buds with this quick and easy Steamed Shrimp with Corn and Edamame recipe, a vibrant medley of flavors and textures perfect for a light, wholesome meal. Featuring tender, perfectly steamed shrimp paired with sweet corn kernels and protein-packed edamame, this dish is tossed in a zesty soy-lemon dressing with hints of garlic and sesame oil. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s a nutritious option ideal for busy weeknights or healthy meal prep. Garnished with fresh green onions, this low-calorie, high-protein recipe is a beautiful balance of savory, citrusy, and slightly sweet flavors. Whether served as a standalone dish or alongside a bed of rice, this gluten-free delight offers a refreshing combination of simplicity and satisfaction.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Raw shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 cup Corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup Edamame (shelled, fresh or frozen)
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce (low sodium)
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 1 whole Lemon (zested and juiced)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 stalks Green onions (sliced for garnish)
- 1 cup Water
Instructions
Prepare your ingredients: peel and devein the shrimp if not already done, and defrost frozen corn and edamame if necessary.
In a large steaming pot, add 1 cup of water to the bottom and bring it to a simmer.
Place the corn and edamame in a steamer basket and steam for 5 minutes. Remove and set aside.
Add the shrimp to the steamer basket and steam for 3-4 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and are fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, sesame oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
In a large serving bowl, combine the cooked shrimp, steamed corn, and steamed edamame. Pour the soy sauce dressing over the mixture and toss gently to coat evenly.
Garnish with sliced green onions and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1044 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.3 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.0 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 857 mg | 286% | |
| Sodium | 2740 mg | 119% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 70.5 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.5 g | 66% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.3 g | ||
| Protein | 142.7 g | 285% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 505 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 8.4 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 2973 mg | 63% | |
*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.
