Johnny Jalapeno's Cancun Vacation Citrus Shrimp Medly

Transport your taste buds to a tropical paradise with Johnny Jalapeño's Cancun Vacation Citrus Shrimp Medley! This vibrant and zesty dish combines juicy, perfectly marinated shrimp with a medley of crisp bell peppers, spicy jalapeño, and sweet red onion. Infused with the bright, refreshing flavors of fresh orange and lime juice, and seasoned with aromatic garlic, cumin, and paprika, each bite is a celebration of bold, citrusy goodness. Served atop a bed of fluffy white or brown rice and finished with creamy avocado and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, this quick and easy recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or casual entertaining. Garnish with lime wedges for a tangy finish and let the flavors of Cancun whisk you away!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.5 cup fresh orange juice
• 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 jalapeño (thinly sliced)
• 1 red bell pepper (thinly sliced)
• 1 yellow bell pepper (thinly sliced)
• 1 small red onion (thinly sliced)
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 avocado (diced)
• 2 cups cooked white or brown rice (optional, for serving)
• 4 lime wedges (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, whisk together fresh orange juice, lime juice, and 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Stir in minced garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Set this marinade aside.

Step 2

Place the shrimp in a large bowl and pour half of the marinade over it. Toss to coat evenly, cover, and let it marinate in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes. Reserve the other half of the marinade for later use.

Step 3

While the shrimp marinates, prepare the vegetables. Thinly slice the jalapeño, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, and red onion. Chop the fresh cilantro and dice the avocado.

Step 4

Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they turn pink and are cooked through. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.

Step 5

In the same skillet, add the sliced vegetables (jalapeño, bell peppers, and red onion). Sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until they are slightly softened but still crisp.

Step 6

Lower the heat to medium and return the shrimp to the skillet. Pour the reserved marinade over the shrimp and vegetables, stirring to combine. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 7

Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the dish with fresh chopped cilantro.

Step 8

Serve the shrimp medley over cooked rice if desired. Top with diced avocado and garnish with lime wedges on the side for an added burst of freshness.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1567.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1658.0

Total Fat 55.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 885.8mg	0%
Sodium 3264.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 170.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.8g	0%
Total Sugars 23.5g
Protein 128.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 361.5mg	0%
Iron 7.9mg	0%
Potassium 3115.9mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 29.4%

Protein: 30.4%

Carbs: 40.2%