Grilled Shrimp Fajitas

Dairy Free
Health score
18%
Grilled Shrimp Fajitas
50 min.
6
441kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your lunch or dinner experience with a burst of flavor? Our Grilled Shrimp Fajitas are the perfect dish for those who crave a delicious, dairy-free meal that’s both satisfying and easy to prepare. With a delightful combination of succulent shrimp, vibrant bell peppers, and zesty guacamole, this recipe is sure to impress your family and friends.

In just 50 minutes, you can whip up a feast that serves six, making it ideal for gatherings or a cozy family dinner. The marinade, infused with chili powder, cumin, and a hint of cayenne, brings out the natural sweetness of the shrimp while adding a kick that will tantalize your taste buds. Grilling the vegetables alongside the shrimp not only enhances their flavors but also gives them a beautiful char that adds to the overall presentation.

Wrap it all up in warm tortillas, and you have a meal that’s not only visually appealing but also packed with nutrients. With a caloric breakdown that balances protein, fats, and carbohydrates, these fajitas are a guilt-free indulgence. So fire up the grill and get ready to savor every bite of these mouthwatering Grilled Shrimp Fajitas!

Ingredients

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

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

Calories441kcal
Protein32.7%
Fat33.03%
Carbs34.27%

Properties

Glycemic Index
33.33
Glycemic Load
10.12
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
23.43173930956%

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:440.62kcal
22.03%
Fat:16.6g
25.54%
Saturated Fat:3.38g
21.12%
Carbohydrates:38.76g
12.92%
Net Carbohydrates:30.86g
11.22%
Sugar:6.32g
7.02%
Cholesterol:243.43mg
81.14%
Sodium:957.21mg
41.62%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:36.98g
73.96%
Vitamin C:62.07mg
75.24%
Phosphorus:491.49mg
49.15%
Copper:0.8mg
40.04%
Folate:127.37µg
31.84%
Fiber:7.9g
31.59%
Vitamin A:1445.62IU
28.91%
Potassium:947.41mg
27.07%
Manganese:0.54mg
26.95%
Magnesium:94.56mg
23.64%
Vitamin B1:0.35mg
23.33%
Vitamin K:23.54µg
22.42%
Calcium:200.4mg
20.04%
Iron:3.57mg
19.82%
Vitamin B6:0.39mg
19.62%
Zinc:2.93mg
19.54%
Vitamin B3:3.86mg
19.29%
Selenium:12.16µg
17.37%
Vitamin B2:0.28mg
16.41%
Vitamin E:2.27mg
15.11%
Vitamin B5:1.16mg
11.55%