Ww 4 Points Cinnamon Pepper Shrimp
Elevate your weeknight dinner with this Weight Watchers-friendly recipe for Cinnamon Pepper Shrimp, a bold and creative twist on classic seafood! At just 4 points per serving, this dish combines succulent large shrimp with a unique blend of warm cinnamon and freshly ground black pepper for a surprising and delightful flavor profile. Quickly sautéed in fragrant garlic and olive oil, then finished with a bright splash of fresh lemon juice and low-sodium soy sauce, this recipe is both light and deeply satisfying. Ready in under 20 minutes, it’s perfect for busy evenings or entertaining guests. Serve it as a protein-packed main dish over a bed of greens or alongside your favorite grains. Garnished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this irresistible shrimp recipe will have everyone reaching for seconds!
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Ingredients
- 1 pound Large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
In a small bowl, combine the ground cinnamon and black pepper. Stir to mix evenly.
Step 2
Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
Step 3
Sprinkle the cinnamon and pepper mixture evenly over the shrimp, tossing gently to coat.
Step 4
Heat the olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
Step 5
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute, until fragrant.
Step 6
Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 3-4 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, until the shrimp are opaque and fully cooked.
Step 7
Drizzle the lemon juice and soy sauce over the cooked shrimp. Toss gently to coat and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
Step 8
Remove the skillet from heat. Transfer the shrimp to a serving plate.
Step 9
Garnish with chopped parsley, if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (509.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 605.1 |
| Total Fat 15.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 2.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g | |
| Cholesterol 857.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1006.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 7.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 0.5g | |
| Protein 111.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 356.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1291.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories