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Crunchy Lemon Lime Shrimp

Crunchy Lemon-Lime-Chili Shrimp

Kurt
These crunchy, Mexican-flavored shrimp are accented with creamy avocado and the bright flavor of tomatoes. Dinner is on the table in half an hour!
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Oven Temp 425°F
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings 8 servings
Calories 256 kcal

Special Equipment Needed

  • 1 Half-sheet (12x16) baking sheet

Ingredients
 

  • 2 pounds uncooked shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ancho chile powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Mexican spice blend
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper
  • Zest and juice of 1 lemon
  • Zest and juice of 1 lime
  • 1 cup tortilla chips crushed
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 medium avocado peeled and cubed

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 425°F.
  • Combine the shrimp, garlic, paprika, chile powder, cumin, Mexican spice blend, salt, pepper, olive oil, lemon zest and juice, and lime zest and juice in a large bowl. Mix to coat the shrimp with the seasonings.
    2 pounds uncooked shrimp, 4 cloves garlic, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1 teaspoon ancho chile powder, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon Mexican spice blend, ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon pepper, Zest and juice of 1 lemon, Zest and juice of 1 lime, 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Combine the crushed tortilla chips and oil in a small bowl.
    1 cup tortilla chips, ¼ cup olive oil
  • Spread the shrimp mixture into a large baking pan and sprinkle with the chips mixture.
  • Bake until the shrimp turn pink, about 12 minutes. Check for doneness and put them back in the oven for a couple more minutes if needed, but take care not to overcook!
  • Top with the tomatoes and avocado and serve.
    1 cup cherry tomatoes, 1 medium avocado

Nutrition Estimate

Calories: 256kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 17gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 143mgSodium: 843mgPotassium: 334mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 429IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 88mgIron: 1mg

THIS RECIPE IS FROM

The Spice of Your Life - https://thespiceofyourlife.com

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