Whole30 Steamed Shrimp
Elevate your healthy eating game with this quick and flavorful Whole30 Steamed Shrimp recipe, a perfect choice for a clean, protein-packed meal. Ready in just 15 minutes, this dish combines tender, juicy shrimp with the bright zest of fresh lemon, the aromatic punch of garlic, and the subtle earthiness of bay leaves. Steamed to perfection, these shrimp are seasoned simply with sea salt and black pepper, allowing their natural sweetness to shine through. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and additional flavor, and you have a versatile dish that pairs beautifully with roasted veggies or a crisp salad. Both gluten-free and Whole30-compliant, this recipe is an ideal option for a quick weeknight dinner or a light, elegant appetizer.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 whole Lemon
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 leaves Bay leaves
- 1 teaspoon Sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 cup Water
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Wash the shrimp thoroughly under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Set aside.
Fill a large pot with 1 cup of water and place a steamer basket inside. Make sure the water level is below the basket.
Slice the lemon in half. Squeeze the juice of one-half into the water, and slice the other half into thin rounds. Add the rounds into the water along with the minced garlic and bay leaves.
Bring the water to a gentle boil over medium-high heat.
Season the shrimp with sea salt and black pepper, tossing to coat evenly.
Place the shrimp in a single layer in the steamer basket. Cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid to trap the steam.
Steam the shrimp for 3-5 minutes or until they turn pink and opaque. Check for doneness by cutting into the thickest part of one shrimp—it should be fully cooked through.
Carefully remove the shrimp from the steamer basket using tongs or a slotted spoon. Discard the bay leaves.
Garnish the steamed shrimp with chopped parsley if desired and serve immediately. For added flavor, squeeze additional fresh lemon juice over the shrimp before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
483 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.7 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 857 mg | 286% | |
| Sodium | 2840 mg | 124% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.1 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.4 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.5 g | ||
| Protein | 110.2 g | 220% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 379 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 1363 mg | 29% | |
*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.
