Grilled Shrimp with Green Goddess Slaw
Bright and herbal, quickly grilled yet tender and sweet shrimp contrast nicely with crisp cabbage slaw and crunch from pepitas for a delicious and easy refreshing meal.
Servings 2
Calories 423kcal
Ingredients
- 1 pound shrimp
- salt and pepper to taste
- pinch of baking soda
- 2 cups cabbage sliced thin
- 1/4 cup pepitas optional, omit for low fat
- small handful of fresh herbs optional, for garnish
Green Goddess Dressing
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise or 2 tablespoons non-fat Greek yogurt for low fat
- 2 tablespoons sour cream or more mayonnaise for dairy-free
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 tablespoon basil
- 1 tablespoon parsley
- 1 tablespoon tarragon
- 1 tablespoon chives
- 1 clove garlic clove peeled
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice 1 lemon
- zest of 1 lemon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Season the shrimp with salt and pepper, to taste. Sprinkle with baking soda and toss to coat evenly. Set aside.
- Combine the dressing ingredients in a small blender and blend until smooth. Toss most of the dressing with the cabbage, leaving a bit to drizzle over the shrimp later.
- Thread the shrimp onto skewers and grill on high heat, about 2 minutes per side, or until cooked through. Top the slaw with the shrimp and drizzle with reserved dressing. Garnish with pepitas and fresh herbs, if using.
Notes
Nutrition with non-fat Greek yogurt and sour cream: Calories: 336 cal, Carbs: 9g, Fiber: 3g, Fat: 10, Protein: 52g
Nutrition with all mayonnaise: Calories: 495 cal, Carbs: 8g, Fiber: 3g, Fat: 28, Protein: 51g
Nutrition
Calories: 423kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 51g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 10g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 584mg | Sodium: 2169mg | Potassium: 522mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 588IU | Vitamin C: 44mg | Calcium: 425mg | Iron: 7mg