Showing posts with label Shellfish. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Shellfish. Show all posts

Sunday, August 15, 2010

RECIPE OF THE DAY! SOUTHWESTERN SHRIMP DISH

Looking for something to make your taste buds crave for more? This southwest shrimp dish is what you want. If it is an impressive side dish that you require, then this dish is the answer. Stock up on plenty of bags of shrimp as you will want to make this southwest shrimp time and again. What is more sinful than not trying out this sinfully delicious southwest shrimp dish. Start right away! ENJOY!

Makes 4 Servings

Active Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes


Ingredients

1 lb large peeled cooked shrimp

1 cup diced jicama

1/2 cup mild salsa (preferably refrigerated fresh)

1 Tbsp olive oil

1/3 cup chopped cilantro

1/4 tsp ground cumin

1 ripe avocado, sliced

Serve with: warm corn or flour tortillas, lime wedges

Preparation

1. Put shrimp, jicama, salsa, oil, cilantro and cumin in a medium bowl; toss to mix.

2. Add avocado; gently toss to mix. Roll up in warm tortillas if desired. Serve with lime wedges.

218 Calories Per Serving

Thursday, July 29, 2010

RECIPE OF THE DAY! CANNELLINI BEANS & GREEK-STYLE SHRIMP

When you take a taste of this dish your mouth will be hit with a wonderful burst of flavors. Easy healthy recipe including low-fat, fat-free, low-sodium and low-calorie dish. Your family will love this recipe. ENJOY!

Makes 4 servings

Active Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes


Ingredients

1 lb (16 to 20 per lb) peeled and deveined shrimp

1 can (about 15 oz) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained

1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved

6 oz fresh green beans, halved

1/4 cup Kalamata olives, sliced

2 Tbsp olive oil

2 tsp grated lemon zest

1 tsp minced garlic

1/4 tsp each pepper and dried oregano

Garnish: crumbled feta cheese, lemon wedges

Preparation

1. Place oven rack in center of oven. Heat oven to 500ºF. You’ll need a rimmed baking pan and 4 pieces of nonstick foil (each about 16 in. long).

2. Put all ingredients in a large bowl and toss to mix. Lay the 4 sheets of foil on counter top. Place 1/4 of the shrimp mixture in center of each piece.

3. Bring one side of opposite ends together. Double-fold to seal, then seal other sides. Place packets sealed side up on baking pan.

4. Bake 15 minutes. Open one packet to check doneness of shrimp. If shrimp aren’t cooked through, reseal packet and bake another 5 minutes or until cooked through.

5. Transfer contents of each packet to serving plates. Sprinkle with feta cheese and serve with lemon wedges.

311 Calories Per Serving

Sunday, July 11, 2010

RECIPE OF THE DAY! SOUTHWESTERN SHRIMP

This dish will wow your friends and family, with it's bold and tasty flavors. And impress them with this low calorie meal. Great for a summer meal. ENJOY!


Makes 4 Servings

Active Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients

1 lb large peeled cooked shrimp

1 cup diced jicama

1/2 cup mild salsa (preferably refrigerated fresh)

1 Tbsp olive oil

1/3 cup chopped cilantro

1/4 tsp ground cumin

1 ripe avocado, sliced

Serve with: warm chick peas or tortillas chips, lime wedges

Preparation

1. Put shrimp, jicama, salsa, oil, cilantro and cumin in a medium bowl; toss to mix.

2. Add avocado; gently toss to mix. Serve with warm chick peas or tortillas chips garnish with lime wedges.

218 Calories Per Serving