Shrimp Melt
Each Shrimp Melt delivers 38g protein and 492 calories — a substantial lunch that skews high-protein without bloating your calorie budget. Quick stovetop prep yields 4 servings, fitting seamlessly into a lunch rotation that doesn't demand advance planning. Works as a standalone meal for anyone aiming to hit 150g+ daily protein on a moderate calorie intake.
Ingredients
- •Mayonnaise, Regular(80g)
- •Lemon Juice, Fresh(15g)
- •Worcestershire Sauce(5g)
Lea & Perrins is the standard. A little goes a long way.
- •Old Bay seasoning blend(10g)
- •Celery(45g)
- •Shallot(15g)
- •Capers, Canned, Drained(30g)
- •Shrimp(454g)
- •Bread, Sourdough, Sliced
- •Tomato
- •Cheddar Cheese(240g)
- •Chives, Fresh(30g)
- •Freshly Cracked Black Pepper, For Serving, Optional
Instructions
- 1Turn the oven broiler to HIGH.
- 2In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, lemon juice, Worcestershire, Old Bay, celery, shallot, and capers. Add the shrimp and mix until evenly distributed.
- 3Place the bread on a sheet pan and broil until lightly toasted, about 2 minutes. Flip and toast for another 2 minutes.
- 4Divide the shrimp mixture evenly between the bread. Top each with 2 slices of tomato and ¼ of the cheddar. Return to the oven and broil until the cheese melts and begins to brown, about 3-4 minutes.
- 5Serve immediately.
Nutrition — Per Serving
492
calories
38g
protein
36g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 6g
- Saturated fat
- 13.9g
- Sodium
- 857 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 1.4g
4 servings per batch · ~231g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Shrimp Melt have per serving?
Each serving delivers 38g of protein and 492 calories, with 36g fat and 6g carbs. This is one of the highest-protein shrimp recipes and maintains a very low carb profile.
How long does Shrimp Melt take to prep?
Shrimp Melt qualifies as quick prep and produces 4 servings, making it efficient for batch meal prep despite the higher calorie and fat content. Stovetop cooking keeps the process straightforward.
Is Shrimp Melt good for muscle gain?
At 38g protein per serving, Shrimp Melt is well-suited for muscle gain phases where hitting daily protein targets is non-negotiable. However, the minimal carbs (6g) and high fat (36g) mean it works better as a supplemental meal than a post-workout primary carb source.
