Grilled Shrimp Fajitas

Dairy Free
Health score
18%
Grilled Shrimp Fajitas
50 min.
6
444kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your lunch or dinner experience with a burst of flavor? Look no further than these delicious Grilled Shrimp Fajitas! Perfectly marinated shrimp, vibrant bell peppers, and sweet red onions come together to create a dish that is not only visually stunning but also packed with mouthwatering taste. This dairy-free recipe is ideal for those looking to enjoy a lighter meal without sacrificing flavor.

In just 50 minutes, you can whip up a feast that serves six, making it perfect for family gatherings or casual get-togethers with friends. The combination of zesty lime juice, aromatic garlic, and a hint of spice from chili powder and cayenne pepper creates a marinade that infuses the shrimp with incredible flavor. Grilling the vegetables adds a smoky touch that complements the shrimp beautifully.

Wrap it all up in warm tortillas and serve with creamy guacamole for a satisfying meal that everyone will love. With a balanced caloric breakdown of 444 kcal per serving, these fajitas are not only delicious but also a healthy choice. So fire up the grill and get ready to impress your guests with this delightful dish that brings the taste of the outdoors right to your table!

Ingredients

  • tablespoon juice of lime 
  • tablespoon vegetable oil 
  • teaspoon salt 
  • teaspoon chili powder 
  • teaspoon ground cumin 
  • medium cloves garlic crushed
  • pinch ground pepper red (cayenne)
  • lb shrimp frozen thawed deveined uncooked peeled
  • medium bell pepper red cut into strips ( 2 cups)
  • cups onion red sliced
  • serving olive oil cooking spray 
  • 11 oz flour tortilla for burritos (8 count
  • 1.5 cups guacamole refrigerated (from 14-oz package)

Equipment

  • bowl
  • grill
  • aluminum foil
  • ziploc bags
  • wok

Directions

  1. Heat gas or charcoal grill. In 1-gallon resealable food-storage plastic bag, mix marinade ingredients until well blended.
  2. Add shrimp; toss to coat. Cover; refrigerate 20 minutes to marinate, turning once. Meanwhile, in medium bowl, place bell peppers and onion; spray with cooking spray.
  3. Place vegetables in grill basket (grill "wok"). Wrap tortillas in foil; set aside.
  4. Place basket on grill rack over medium heat. Cover grill; cook 10 minutes, turning vegetables once.
  5. Drain shrimp; discard marinade.
  6. Add shrimp to grill basket. Cover grill; cook 5 to 7 minutes longer, turning shrimp and vegetables once, until shrimp are pink.
  7. Place wrapped tortillas on grill. Cook 2 minutes, turning once, until warm.
  8. On serving platter, place shrimp and vegetables; cover to keep warm.
  9. Place warmed tortillas on plate; place guacamole in serving bowl. For each serving, top tortilla with shrimp, vegetables and guacamole; fold tortilla over filling.

Nutrition Facts

Calories444kcal
Protein32.55%
Fat32.99%
Carbs34.46%

Properties

Glycemic Index
33.33
Glycemic Load
10.27
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
23.538260708685%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.21mg
Epicatechin
0.23mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.09mg
Eriodictyol
0.05mg
Hesperetin
0.22mg
Naringenin
0.01mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.25mg
Isorhamnetin
2.67mg
Kaempferol
0.36mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
10.95mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:443.73kcal
22.19%
Fat:16.69g
25.68%
Saturated Fat:3.41g
21.31%
Carbohydrates:39.25g
13.08%
Net Carbohydrates:31.31g
11.39%
Sugar:6.35g
7.06%
Cholesterol:243.43mg
81.14%
Sodium:964.39mg
41.93%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:37.06g
74.12%
Vitamin C:62.07mg
75.24%
Phosphorus:493.5mg
49.35%
Copper:0.8mg
40.09%
Folate:128.29µg
32.07%
Fiber:7.93g
31.73%
Vitamin A:1445.62IU
28.91%
Manganese:0.54mg
27.2%
Potassium:948.63mg
27.1%
Magnesium:94.77mg
23.69%
Vitamin B1:0.35mg
23.66%
Vitamin K:23.61µg
22.48%
Calcium:201.82mg
20.18%
Iron:3.6mg
20.01%
Vitamin B6:0.39mg
19.65%
Zinc:2.94mg
19.58%
Vitamin B3:3.9mg
19.5%
Selenium:12.38µg
17.68%
Vitamin B2:0.28mg
16.58%
Vitamin E:2.27mg
15.11%
Vitamin B5:1.16mg
11.57%