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High Protein Low Calorie Shrimp Broccoli Cucumber Plate

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A vibrant, quick weeknight meal combining tender sautéed shrimp, steamed broccoli, and crisp cucumbers. Light, high-protein, and low-calorie for satisfying health-conscious palates.

  • Total Time: 20
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x

Ingredients

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12 oz (340g) medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 cups broccoli florets
1 cup sliced cucumbers
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp olive oil
1 lemon (juiced plus zest)
1/2 tsp sea salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat
Sauté garlic for 1 minute until fragrant
Add shrimp and sauté 2-3 minutes until pink and opaque
Remove shrimp and set aside
In the same pan, steam broccoli for 2-3 minutes until bright green
Stir in cucumber slices
Return shrimp to pan, add lemon juice, zest, salt, and pepper
Garnish with parsley

Notes

Shrimp can be thawed or cooked frozen
Use zucchini noodles instead of cucumbers if preferred
Meal prep in airtight containers for up to 2 days
Add cherry tomatoes for extra color and flavor

  • Author: Amelie Harper
  • Prep Time: 10
  • Cook Time: 10
  • Category: Low Calorie Meals
  • Method: Sautéing/Vegetable Steaming
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean-Inspired
  • Diet: High Protein, Low Calorie

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 240
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 320mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.2g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 26g
  • Cholesterol: 160mg