Ww Spicy Baked Shrimp 3 Pts
Elevate your dinner routine with this flavorful and healthy WW Spicy Baked Shrimp recipe, a perfect low-point option for Weight Watchers enthusiasts. Tender, juicy shrimp are coated in a zesty marinade of garlic, smoky paprika, a kick of cayenne, and a burst of lemon juice, then baked to perfection in just 10 minutes. This quick and easy dish packs a bold punch of flavors while staying light and wholesome, making it ideal for busy weeknights or a fuss-free dinner party appetizer. Serve these deliciously spiced shrimp over rice or greens, and garnish with fresh parsley for a vibrant finish. At just 3 WW points per serving, it’s a satisfying way to stay on track without sacrificing taste.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Raw large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a large mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, paprika, cayenne pepper, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Stir well to form a marinade.
Add the raw shrimp to the bowl with the marinade, and toss until all the shrimp are evenly coated.
Transfer the shrimp to a baking dish or sheet pan, spreading them out in a single layer for even cooking.
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.
Remove from the oven and garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if desired.
Serve immediately, either on their own or over a bed of rice, quinoa, or mixed greens.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
528 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.9 g | 26% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.3 g | 16% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 614 mg | 205% | |
| Sodium | 2200 mg | 96% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 6.4 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.8 g | ||
| Protein | 81.3 g | 163% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 200 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 802 mg | 17% | |
*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.
