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ROASTED SHRIMP WITH WHITE BEANS
This low-carb, high-protein recipe, courtesy of Cooking Light, brings out shrimp’s robust flavor through roasting, a cooking method that also prevents overcooking, keeping shrimp tender. At less than 300 calories per serving, there’s even enough room for a serving of your favorite whole grain.
Ingredients for servings
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2 tbsp olive oil plus 4 teaspoons , divided
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3 tbsp fresh lemon juice divided
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0.25 tsp kosher salt divided
peeled and deveined large shrimp
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1 cup finely chopped red onion
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1 can cannellini beans rinsed and drained
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0.25 cup unsalted chicken stock
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1 tsp finely grated lemon rind
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4 tsp balsamic vinegar
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0.5 tsp Dijon mustard certified gluten-free if necessary
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0.25 tsp freshly ground black pepper
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0.25 cup chopped fresh mint
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0.25 cup feta cheese crumbled
Roasted Shrimp with White Beans
Directions
Preheat oven to 450°F.
Combine 2 teaspoons oil, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, and 0.125 teaspoon salt in a dish. Add shrimp; toss to coat. Set aside.
Heat 2 teaspoons oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add onion; sauté 2 minutes. Stir in beans, stock, and remaining 1/8 teaspoon salt; cook 3 minutes.
Arrange shrimp on a baking sheet; roast at 450°F for 4 minutes.
Combine remaining 2 tablespoons oil, remaining 2 tablespoons lemon juice, rind, vinegar, mustard, and black pepper in a bowl. Pour half of oil mixture over beans; toss. Stir in mint. Divide evenly among 4 plates; sprinkle with feta. Arrange shrimp alongside. Top with remaining oil mixture.