Shrimp Burger
Shrimp Burger provides 33g protein and 189 calories per serving — among the lowest-calorie, highest-protein options when cutting weight. Yields 6 servings on the stovetop, making it efficient fuel for anyone dropping body fat while preserving muscle mass. Grab-and-go format removes barriers to hitting protein targets on busy days.
Ingredients
- •Shrimp(907g)
- •Garlic(180g)
- •Paprika, Ground(15g)
- •Mustard, Dijon(15g)
Dijon mustard — Grey Poupon or store brand. Spicier than yellow mustard.
- •1 teaspoon kosher salt
- •Old Bay seasoning blend(5g)
- •Cayenne Pepper, Ground(1g)
- •Green Onion (Scallion)
- •Bell Pepper
- •Parsley, Fresh(60g)
- •Canola oil
- •Bread, Hamburger Bun, White
- •Greek Yogurt (Nonfat)
Plain Greek yogurt — nonfat (0%) or low-fat (2%). Not regular yogurt.
- •Mustard, Dijon
Dijon mustard — Grey Poupon or store brand. Spicier than yellow mustard.
- •Tomato
- •Lettuce, Romaine
- •Avocado
Instructions
- 1Preheat a grill to medium high (about 375 degrees F). In a food processor fitted with a steel blade, add 2/3 of the shrimp.
- 2Add the garlic, paprika, mustard, salt, seafood seasoning, and cayenne. Pulse a few times to begin to incorporate. Add 1/2 of the green onion and 1/2 of the bell pepper. Puree until fairly smooth, stopping to scrape down sides of bowl as needed. Transfer to a large mixing bowl.
- 3Finely chop the remaining shrimp, bell pepper, and green onion (you want the shrimp to bind with the burgers but still be a little chunky so that the burgers have texture). Add to the bowl and stir until evenly combined.
- 4Shape mixture into 6 patties that are about ¾-inch thick and 3 1/2 to 4 inches in diameter. Place in the refrigerator and chill for 15 minutes.
- 5Make sure your grill is very clean. Brush the outsides of the shrimp patties with oil. Place on the grill (clean it one more time for good measure—any debris can make the patties stick), close the lid, then cook on the first side without disturbing for 4 to 5 minutes, until the patties release easily. Flip and cook on the other side until the patties are cooked through, about 3 to 4 minutes more.
- 6If desired, in the last few minutes of cooking, place the buns on the grill, cut side down, and lightly toast.
- 7Serve the shrimp burgers on the toasted buns, topped with Greek yogurt, mustard, lettuce, tomato, and avocado as desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition — Per Serving
189
calories
33g
protein
2g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 13g
- Saturated fat
- 0.3g
- Sodium
- 223 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 2.1g
6 servings per batch · ~197g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Shrimp Burger have per serving?
Each serving contains 33g of protein and only 189 calories, with minimal fat at 2g and 13g carbs. This is one of the leanest prepared meals in the PrepForge library and one of the best calorie-to-protein ratios available.
How long does Shrimp Burger take to prep?
Quick prep on the stovetop yields 6 servings, giving you a full week of lunches from a single prep session without significant time investment. This burger format makes for convenient portable meals during busy training weeks.
Is Shrimp Burger good for fat loss?
At 189 calories and 33g protein per serving, this burger is a top-tier choice for cutting phases where maximizing protein while keeping calories extremely low is the priority. The minimal fat content (2g) leaves maximum room for carbs and fats from other meal components.
