This Weight Watchers shrimp recipe was created just for Food, Fun & Faraway Places by Chidinma over at Fruitful Kitchen! Thanks, Chidinma!
Who doesn’t like a fast but delicious meal that is healthy and low in calories? Sounds like an impossible thing, right? Well, I recently found that this can be done with this Weight Watchers shrimp recipe.
I chose shrimp because I wanted something fast and because they are low in calories and high in protein…and I love the flavor!
This Weight Watchers shrimp recipe follows the points system and will yield you 3 points per serving. It also only has around 110 calories, but about 16 grams of protein. Not bad at all for something so simple.
What goes well with shrimp? Citrus flavors! I chose lemon and decided to add some herbs for a balanced flavor. This recipe will take minutes, and it can be accompanied with almost anything. Think lightly sauteed or steam veggies for low or even zero points!
Before starting, make sure you have a good skillet, and that your shrimp is ready to be used–meaning deveined and peeled. I find that buying ready-to-cook shrimp is much easier, and in this case, saves you a lot of time, but you can always do the hard work yourself if you would rather make sure it is done the way you like it.
Let’s find out how to make a yummy meal and cut down on calories.
Weight Watchers Shrimp Recipe
Servings: 2 / Prep time: 10 minutes / Cook time: 5 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 ½ teaspoon olive oil
- 1 lb shrimp, deveined and peeled
- 1 ½ tbsp lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon and herb seasoning
- 1 ½ tbsp chopped parsley
- ½ teaspoon minced garlic
- Salt and pepper to taste
Step-by-step Instructions
Heat olive oil and garlic in a large skillet over medium heat. Once warm, add shrimp and saute them for approximately 1 minute.
Add lemon juice, seasoning, and salt and pepper. Mix thoroughly so all shrimp is covered.
Saute shrimp for another 3 minutes, or until they turn bright pink and are cooked entirely.
Remove from heat and add parsley. Serve and enjoy!
Why do I love this Weight Watchers Shrimp Recipe?
Let’s Talk Healthy!
Not only do I love this recipe because it takes less than 20 minutes to make, but because it is absolutely tasty and free of added fat and extra calories. Of course, you can always change up the ingredients and proportions according to what you need, but overall, this dish will leave you satisfied and stays well within the Weight Watchers points system.
I prefer to eat this as a lunch option, as it is simple, fast, and not too dense, which means I can go about my day without feeling sluggish and heavy. Though this recipe is light, it does the job of making you feel full. It would also make a perfect dinner option. I still can’t get over that it’s only 3 points!
Weight Watchers Shrimp Recipe Side Ideas
If you’re looking for more ideas for sides, I recommend a light tomato, cucumber, onion and lime salad, but you can make cilantro rice, herb and parsley roasted potatoes, or even some fried plantains and avocado. Just be sure you are counting all those points if you are on Weight Watchers.
And guess what? You can have something sweet with these Weight Watchers desserts! As long as you save points, it’s okay to treat yourself!
Are you ready to work on getting healthy while also having a mouthwatering lunch? Let me know if you would change anything and if you enjoyed cooking this as much as I did!
Author Bio: Chidinma is the founder of Fruitful Kitchen, a blog that shares delicious recipes and lifestyle tips. Most of her recipes help women with fertility issues, especially fibroids, PCOS, and Endometriosis. Sometimes, however, you will find other interesting recipes, as well as cooking tips and tricks there.
Weight Watchers Shrimp Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 ½ teaspoon olive oil
- 1 lb shrimp deveined and peeled
- 1 ½ tbsp lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon and herb seasoning
- 1 ½ tbsp chopped parsley
- ½ teaspoon minced garlic
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil and garlic in a large skillet over medium heat. Once warm, add shrimp and saute them for approximately 1 minute.
- Add lemon juice, seasoning, and salt and pepper. Mix thoroughly so all shrimp is covered.
- Saute shrimp for another 3 minutes, or until they turn bright pink and are cooked entirely.
- Remove from heat and add parsley. Serve and enjoy!
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