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Broiled Cajun Shrimp

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Contributed by: BMC Teaching Kitchen

Broiled Cajun Shrimp

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This recipe provides a good protein source. Shrimp is a healthy protein option because it is low in saturated fat. You can add some vegetables to this recipe to add more nutrients. 

Serves:
4 servings
Total Time:
10 minutes
Prep Time:
5 minutes
Cook Time:
5 minutes

Ingredients


Shrimp - 1 lbs shrimp, peeled and deveined Oil - 2 teaspoon vegetable oil Paprika - 1 Tablespoon Garlic-powder - 1 Tablespoon Salt - ¼ teaspoon Pepper - ½ teaspoon Lemon - 1 medium lemon, juiced

Instructions

Step 1
Move oven rack to the highest position. Preheat oven to broiler setting or its highest temperature.
Step 2
In a bowl, combine shrimp with oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss until evenly coated.
Step 3
Place shrimp on sheet pan lined with foil. Broil for 5 minutes until slightly browned.
Step 4
Top with lemon juice and serve.

Notes

Broiled shrimp are a great topping for salad, grain bowls and pasta!

Nutrition Information

Serving Size:
¼ lbs. serving
Calories:
150 Calories
Fat:
2.9g
Saturated Fat:
0.5g
Carbohydrates:
Net Carb: 3.9g
Dietary Fiber:
0.9g
Protein:
27.9g
Sodium:
276