Shrimp Scampi Skewers
These Shrimp Scampi Skewers provide 25g protein and 240 calories per serving—a low-calorie protein hit that fits any macro target. Four servings cook on the stovetop in minutes, making them a go-to option when you need to prep high-protein meals without kitchen time.
Ingredients
- •Shrimp(454g)
- •Lemon
- •1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- •1/2 teaspoon freshly-ground black pepper
- •Red pepper flakes(1g)
- •Butter(45g)
- •Garlic(120g)
- •Wine, White, Dry(60g)
- •Parsley, Fresh(60g)
Instructions
- 1First, prepare the garlic parsley butter. Heat butter in a saute pan over medium-high heat until melted. Add the garlic and saute for 2 minutes, or until fragrant. Add in the white wine, and stir to combine. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped fresh parsley. Use within 15 minutes, or pop the saute pan back on the stove (or microwave) for an additional minute just before serving to re-melt the butter.
- 2When you are ready to make the skewers, heat a grill or grill pan over medium heat.
- 3Thread the shrimp and sliced lemons onto skewers. Sprinkle evenly with the salt, black pepper and crushed red peppers. Then place on grill for 3-4 minutes per side, until the shrimp are pink and no longer opaque. Remove shrimp from the grill, and brush liberally with the parsley butter and squeeze the grilled lemons over the shrimp. Serve immediately.
Nutrition — Per Serving
240
calories
25g
protein
10g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 11g
- Saturated fat
- 6.0g
- Sodium
- 222 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 1.2g
4 servings per batch · ~185g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Shrimp Scampi Skewers have per serving?
Each serving contains 25g of protein and 240 calories with 10g fat and 11g carbs. The lean protein-to-calorie ratio and moderate carbs make this adaptable to most training phases.
How long does Shrimp Scampi Skewers take to prep?
Quick prep time on the stovetop with 4 servings per batch makes this efficient for meal prepping. The skewer format speeds up cooking and portion control when batch-prepping for the week.
Is Shrimp Scampi Skewers good for fat loss?
At 240 calories and 25g protein per serving, Shrimp Scampi Skewers works well for fat loss when you need a filling entrée under 250 calories. The skewer presentation makes it easy to monitor portion sizes and control intake.
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