Nutrition Facts for Low carb bbq shrimp

Low Carb BBQ Shrimp

Fire up the grill or skillet for a mouthwatering Low Carb BBQ Shrimp recipe that's as healthy as it is flavorful! Perfectly seasoned with a smoky blend of paprika, garlic, and cayenne, these tender shrimp are marinated to perfection before being brushed with a tangy, sugar-free BBQ sauce. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy dish is ideal for busy weeknights or entertaining guests on a low-carb diet. Garnished with fresh parsley and served alongside zesty lemon wedges, these shrimp are a guilt-free way to enjoy bold barbecue flavors without the carbs. Pair them with a crisp salad or roasted veggies for the ultimate keto-friendly meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100
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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
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
  • 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.5 cup Sugar-free BBQ sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
  • 2 pcs Lemon wedges

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and salt.

Step 2

Add the shrimp to the bowl and toss to coat them evenly with the spice mixture. Let them marinate for 10 minutes if time permits.

Step 3

Preheat a grill or large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 4

Grill or sauté the shrimp for about 2-3 minutes on each side, until they turn pink and are cooked through.

Step 5

During the last minute of cooking, brush the shrimp with the sugar-free BBQ sauce on both sides.

Step 6

Remove the shrimp from the heat and transfer them to a serving platter.

Step 7

Garnish the shrimp with chopped fresh parsley.

Step 8

Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the shrimp.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size (620.2g)
Amount per serving % Daily Value*
Calories 774.1
Total Fat 30.0g 0%
Saturated Fat 4.9g 0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 857.3mg 0%
Sodium 2875.7mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 15.9g 0%
Dietary Fiber 2.3g 0%
Total Sugars 0.5g
Protein 110.4g 0%
Vitamin D 0IU 0%
Calcium 361.2mg 0%
Iron 3.1mg 0%
Potassium 1404.1mg 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: 34.8%
Protein: 57.0%
Carbs: 8.2%