Nutrition Facts for Paleo bbq shrimp

Paleo BBQ Shrimp

Fire up your grill for Paleo BBQ Shrimp—a smoky, tangy, and irresistibly juicy dish that’s as healthy as it is flavorful. This paleo-friendly recipe combines succulent shrimp marinated in a vibrant blend of coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, honey, and bold spices like smoked paprika and cumin. Quick to prepare and grill, these shrimp are perfect for weeknight dinners or summer barbecues. With just 10 minutes of prep time and a few minutes on the grill, this dish delivers bold BBQ flavors without added sugar or processed ingredients. Serve with a squeeze of fresh lime juice, a sprinkle of cilantro, and lime wedges on the side for a refreshingly zesty finish. Perfect for seafood lovers and paleo enthusiasts alike!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100
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Prep Time:10 mins
Cook Time:8 mins
Total Time:18 mins
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons coconut aminos
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 4 pieces lime wedges

Directions

Step 1

In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, honey, smoked paprika, ground cumin, black pepper, and sea salt to create the marinade.

Step 2

Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the marinade. Toss to coat the shrimp evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 3

Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.

Step 4

Thread the marinated shrimp onto skewers for easy grilling.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Remove shrimp from the grill and squeeze fresh lime juice over the top.

Step 7

Sprinkle the grilled shrimp with chopped cilantro.

Step 8

Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size (612.9g)
Amount per serving % Daily Value*
Calories 841.6
Total Fat 30.2g 0%
Saturated Fat 4.9g 0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 857.3mg 0%
Sodium 2216.5mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 34.4g 0%
Dietary Fiber 2.4g 0%
Total Sugars 24.3g
Protein 110.6g 0%
Vitamin D 0IU 0%
Calcium 379.3mg 0%
Iron 4.4mg 0%
Potassium 1404.7mg 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: 31.9%
Protein: 51.9%
Carbs: 16.2%