Low Sodium BBQ Shrimp

Elevate your seafood game with this flavorful Low Sodium BBQ Shrimp recipe, a perfect balance of bold spices and zesty citrus without the extra salt. This quick and easy recipe combines tender, pan-seared shrimp coated in a smoky, homemade spice blend featuring garlic powder, smoked paprika, and ground cumin. A buttery glaze made with fresh lemon juice, honey, and low sodium Worcestershire sauce adds a tangy-sweet kick, while chopped fresh parsley gives a vibrant finishing touch. Ready in just 25 minutes, this low-sodium shrimp dish is ideal for weeknight dinners or a light, satisfying appetizer. Serve it with crusty bread or over a bed of rice to soak up every last drop of the irresistible sauce!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon low sodium Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, combine garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, ground cumin, and black pepper. Mix well to create a spice blend.

Step 2

Rinse and pat dry the shrimp with paper towels. Place the shrimp in a large mixing bowl.

Step 3

Sprinkle the spice blend over the shrimp and toss to coat evenly. Ensure each shrimp is well covered with the spices.

Step 4

In a large skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the olive oil to the skillet.

Step 5

Once the butter has melted and the skillet is hot, add the shrimp in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until cooked through and pink.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the fresh lemon juice, honey, apple cider vinegar, and low sodium Worcestershire sauce.

Step 7

Pour the lemon juice mixture over the cooked shrimp and gently stir to ensure even coating.

Step 8

Turn off the heat and sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the shrimp.

Step 9

Transfer the shrimp to a serving platter and serve immediately, garnished with extra lemon slices or additional parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(594.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	991.4

Total Fat 52.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 23.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 950.3mg	0%
Sodium 529.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 28.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.6g	0%
Total Sugars 18.6g
Protein 111.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 407.9mg	0%
Iron 4.5mg	0%
Potassium 1560.6mg	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: 45.7%

Protein: 43.3%

Carbs: 10.9%