Paleo Shrimp Scampi
Servings: 4
Calories: 186kcal
Ingredients
- 1 lb large wild shrimp* peeled & deveined
- 2 tbsp avocado oil
- 2 tsp garlic minced
- 1/4 tsp oregano
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (If you like a little heat)
- handful spinach leaves chopped
- 1 lemon
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat the avocado oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic, and cook until softened (1 to 2 minutes). Keep it moving so it doesn't brown.
- Add the shrimp, spinach, oregano, & red pepper flakes. Cook over medium to medium high heat, until the shrimp are pink & opaque (about 2 to 3 minutes).
- Remove the pan from the heat, and squeeze the juice from half of a lemon over the dish. Season with salt & pepper and give it a good stir.
- Serve in its juices, garnished with lemon wedges, and enjoy!
Notes
*I use the Trader Joe's Wild Argentinian Red Shrimp, and highly recommend it!
Nutrition
Calories: 186kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 286mg | Sodium: 884mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Iron: 3mg