Low Sodium Spicy Shrimp

Turn up the heat without turning up the salt with this irresistible Low Sodium Spicy Shrimp recipe! Packed with bold flavors from smoked paprika, red chili flakes, and ground cumin, this recipe proves that you don't need excess sodium to create a mouthwatering dish. Juicy shrimp are seared to perfection in olive oil and garlic, then tossed in a zesty spice mixture balanced with a hint of honey and a splash of fresh lemon juice. Ready in just 20 minutes, this quick and healthy seafood dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests. Garnished with fresh parsley, it pairs beautifully with steamed vegetables or a hearty grain like brown rice, making it a vibrant, low-sodium meal that's as nutritious as it is delicious. Keywords: Low Sodium Spicy Shrimp, healthy shrimp recipes, quick seafood dinner, low sodium meals.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound raw large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon red chili flakes
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed
• 2 tablespoons parsley, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat dry with a paper towel. Set aside.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix smoked paprika, red chili flakes, black pepper, ground cumin, and honey. Stir until well combined.

Step 3

Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the olive oil and swirl to coat the pan evenly.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

Step 5

Toss the shrimp into the skillet and cook for 2 minutes per side, or until they turn pink and are opaque throughout.

Step 6

Pour the spice mixture over the shrimp in the skillet. Stir well to coat the shrimp evenly with the spices. Cook for another 1 minute.

Step 7

Turn off the heat and add the freshly squeezed lemon juice. Stir to combine.

Step 8

Transfer the shrimp to a serving platter and sprinkle with the chopped parsley for garnish.

Step 9

Serve immediately with a side of steamed vegetables or over a bed of brown rice for a complete, low sodium meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(543.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	690.2

Total Fat 34.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 613.7mg	0%
Sodium 1025.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 15.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.2g	0%
Total Sugars 7.0g
Protein 82.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 223.2mg	0%
Iron 4.6mg	0%
Potassium 891.7mg	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: 44.2%

Protein: 47.1%

Carbs: 8.8%