Main Dish Salads Are for Real Men
If you love a tasty southwest salad recipe, then you will love this Southwestern Shrimp Salad Bowl from Men’s Guide to Eating Well cookbook from the HEART DISEASE: I’M AFRAID OF A BROKEN HEART CHAPTER! If you think main dish salads aren’t for men and can’t be fulfilling, think again! This sauteed shrimp recipe full of flavor atop healthy greens is so satisfying and packed with great hearty ingredients even your man will love. And, it’s a diabetic shrimp recipe too! Simple shrimp recipes are great to keep in your back pocket as they are a great healthy way to eat trim and terrific!
| Prep Time 15 minutes |
| Cook Time 5 minutes |
| Servings 6 servings |
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 1/2 pounds medium peeled shrimp
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 1 15-ounce can black beans rinsed and drained
- 6 cups coarsely chopped Romaine lettuce or mixed greens
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 cup plain nonfat yogurt
Ingredients
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- In resealable plastic bag, combine chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, and lime juice. Add shrimp and toss to coat
- In large nonstick skillet coated with nonstick cooking spray, cook shrimp over medium heat until done, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
- In large bowl, combine lettuce, shrimp, corn and black beans. In small bowl combine salsa and yogurt; set aside. Serve salad with salsa dressing.
Nutritional information per serving: Calories 226, Calories from Fat 7%, Fat 2 g, Saturated Fat 0 g, Cholesterol 183 mg, Sodium 590 mg, Carbohydrates 23 g, Dietary Fiber 5 g, Total Sugars 7 g, Protein 30 g, Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1 vegetable, 3 ½ lean meat
Nutrition Nugget: Complex carbs, lean protein and healthy fat – this salad has it all!
Simple Shrimp Recipes from Heart Disease Chapter
Simple shrimp recipes like this healthy hearty Southwestern Shrimp Salad Bowl is from the HEART DISEASE CHAPTER: I’M AFRAID OF A BROKEN HEART of Guys Guide to Eating Well cookbook.
Did you know that heart disease is the leading cause of death for American men? This cookbook’s aim is to educate and prevent common health concerns with nutritious and easy foods to match. You will find more delicious and simple recipes in this Heart Disease Chapter to make you more aware of the foods to eat!
Sauteed Shrimp Recipe for Heart Health
Reduce your risk for heart disease by choosing foods low in saturated fat like main dish salads such as this southwest salad recipe. This sautéed shrimp recipe is also low in saturated fat while also being a good source of anti-inflammatory omega 3 fatty acids. Omega 3 fatty acids are proven to reduce heart disease risk, as well. New Orleans BBQ Shrimp is another favorite healthy shrimp recipe sure to please!
Southwest Salad Recipe Fits Perfect in Fun Nesting Bowls
These nesting bowls will definitely come in handy in this southwest salad recipe. From tossing the sautéed shrimp recipe to serving main dish salads, these stacking bowls are practical and fun! I love how they provide easy storage with all the useful kitchen measurements.
Another Main Dish Salad With Chicken
If chicken is more your thing, try my delectable Mediterranean Chicken Salad recipe! Another satisfying entree salad that everyone raves about!I think the best invention ever was Rotisserie chicken.
I believe in simplifying cooking while eating healthy. You’ll love all the great nutritious and tasty ingredients in this main dish chicken salad recipe.
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