Mint-Marinated Shrimp with Tabbouleh, Tomatoes, and Feta

Health score
25%
Mint-Marinated Shrimp with Tabbouleh, Tomatoes, and Feta
45 min.
4
521kcal

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Looking to add a burst of freshness to your dining experience? Try our delightful Mint-Marinated Shrimp with Tabbouleh, Tomatoes, and Feta! This vibrant dish brings together the zesty brightness of fresh mint and lemon with succulent, marinated shrimp and a hearty bulgur salad that is both nutritious and satisfying.

Perfect for lunch, dinner, or any gathering, this recipe serves four and tantalizes your taste buds without sacrificing your health goals, clocking in at just 521 calories per serving. The combination of crunchy arugula, juicy plum tomatoes, and creamy feta offers a delightful contrast in textures, while the bulgur provides a wholesome, chewy element that complements the flavors beautifully.

Whether you're hosting a summer barbecue or simply enjoying a cozy dinner at home, this meal is sure to impress. The shrimp is marinated to perfection, infusing each bite with a refreshing tang, while the tabbouleh is a colorful addition that's as pleasing to the eye as it is to the palate. With the preparation time totaling just 45 minutes, you can effortlessly whip up this crowd-favorite dish. Dive into a plate of Mint-Marinated Shrimp with Tabbouleh, Tomatoes, and Feta and experience a delightful culinary journey packed with flavor!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup arugula finely chopped
  • cups bulgur 
  • teaspoons kosher salt divided
  • ounces feta cheese crumbled
  • tablespoons mint leaves fresh divided chopped
  •  garlic clove minced
  •  spring onion chopped
  • 0.5 cup juice of lemon fresh
  • 0.3 cup olive oil 
  •  plum tomatoes seeded coarsely chopped
  • 20 large shrimp with tails intact deveined cooked peeled
  • 1.5 cups water 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Stir bulgur, 1 1/2 cups water, 1/2 cup lemon juice, and 1/3 cup oil in large bowl.
  2. Let stand until bulgur is tender and most liquid is absorbed, about 2 hours.
  3. Meanwhile, whisk together remaining 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 2 tablespoons oil, 3 tablespoons mint, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in medium bowl.
  4. Mix in shrimp. Marinate 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Drain off any excess liquid from bulgur.
  6. Mix in tomatoes, arugula, feta, green onions, garlic, remaining 3 tablespoons mint, and 1 1/2 teaspoons salt. Season salad to taste with pepper.
  7. Mound salad in large shallow bowl or on individual plates. Spoon shrimp and dressing over and serve.
  8. *Also called cracked wheat; available at supermarkets, specialty foods stores, and natural foods stores.

Nutrition Facts

Calories521kcal
Protein16.62%
Fat39.6%
Carbs43.78%

Properties

Glycemic Index
51.5
Glycemic Load
19.82
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
23.650434797225%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
3.81mg
Hesperetin
5.18mg
Naringenin
0.74mg
Apigenin
0.42mg
Luteolin
0.97mg
Isorhamnetin
0.11mg
Kaempferol
1mg
Myricetin
0.08mg
Quercetin
1.23mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:521.36kcal
26.07%
Fat:24.03g
36.96%
Saturated Fat:5.57g
34.83%
Carbohydrates:59.74g
19.91%
Net Carbohydrates:45.47g
16.54%
Sugar:2.48g
2.75%
Cholesterol:99.42mg
33.14%
Sodium:1488.04mg
64.7%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:22.69g
45.38%
Manganese:2.33mg
116.7%
Fiber:14.27g
57.09%
Phosphorus:412.4mg
41.24%
Magnesium:152.76mg
38.19%
Vitamin K:31.38µg
29.89%
Vitamin C:22.3mg
27.03%
Copper:0.52mg
25.9%
Vitamin B3:4.27mg
21.33%
Vitamin B6:0.41mg
20.26%
Vitamin E:3.01mg
20.09%
Calcium:199.27mg
19.93%
Zinc:2.87mg
19.11%
Vitamin A:923.01IU
18.46%
Potassium:645.69mg
18.45%
Vitamin B2:0.3mg
17.71%
Iron:2.9mg
16.11%
Vitamin B1:0.23mg
15.45%
Folate:53.62µg
13.4%
Vitamin B5:1.06mg
10.64%
Selenium:4.98µg
7.12%
Vitamin B12:0.36µg
5.99%
Source:Epicurious