Shrimp and Mango Skewers with Guava-Lime Glaze

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
15%
Shrimp and Mango Skewers with Guava-Lime Glaze
45 min.
6
226kcal

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Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with these vibrant Shrimp and Mango Skewers, drizzled with a luscious Guava-Lime Glaze! Perfect for a sunny day or a cozy evening, this dish brings together the succulent flavors of fresh shrimp and juicy mangoes, creating a delightful balance of sweet and savory. Whether you're hosting a summer barbecue or simply looking for a quick and healthy meal, these skewers are sure to impress your family and friends.

Not only are these skewers gluten-free and dairy-free, but they also pack a punch with their nutritional benefits. Each serving is a mere 226 calories, making it a guilt-free option for lunch, dinner, or any time in between. The combination of fresh ginger and garlic adds a zesty kick, while the red bell peppers provide a pop of color and crunch. With just 45 minutes of prep and cooking time, you can have a gourmet meal ready to serve in no time!

So fire up the grill and get ready to enjoy a dish that’s as pleasing to the eye as it is to the palate. These Shrimp and Mango Skewers with Guava-Lime Glaze are not just a meal; they’re an experience that will transport you to a tropical paradise with every bite. Dive into this culinary adventure and savor the flavors of the season!

Ingredients

  • tablespoon ginger fresh minced peeled
  •  garlic clove minced
  • servings lime 
  •  mangos firm pitted ripe peeled cut into 12 wedges
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  •  bell pepper red cut into 12 pieces
  • teaspoon pepper dried red crushed
  • pounds shrimp deveined uncooked peeled

Equipment

  • bowl
  • grill
  • skewers

Directions

  1. Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat).
  2. Mix first 4 ingredients in large bowl.
  3. Add shrimp, bell peppers and mangoes; toss to coat. Alternate bell pepper, mango and 3 colossal shrimp on each of 6 skewers, or alternate bell pepper, mango and 3 jumbo shrimp on each of 12 skewers. (Can be prepared 4 hours ahead. Cover and chill.)
  4. Grill shrimp until cooked through, brushing with glaze during last 2 minutes, cooking colossal shrimp about 4 minutes per side and jumbo shrimp about 3 minutes per side.

Nutrition Facts

Calories226kcal
Protein37.78%
Fat35.16%
Carbs27.06%

Properties

Glycemic Index
26.79
Glycemic Load
5.58
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
20.707391479741%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.07mg
Delphinidin
0.01mg
Pelargonidin
0.01mg
Catechin
1.19mg
Hesperetin
3.01mg
Naringenin
0.24mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.26mg
Kaempferol
0.05mg
Myricetin
0.06mg
Quercetin
0.14mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:226.41kcal
11.32%
Fat:8.98g
13.82%
Saturated Fat:1.24g
7.75%
Carbohydrates:15.56g
5.19%
Net Carbohydrates:13.26g
4.82%
Sugar:11.29g
12.55%
Cholesterol:190.51mg
63.5%
Sodium:864.12mg
37.57%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:21.72g
43.43%
Vitamin C:78.3mg
94.91%
Selenium:45.45µg
64.93%
Vitamin A:2363.12IU
47.26%
Phosphorus:393.08mg
39.31%
Vitamin E:4.4mg
29.32%
Vitamin B12:1.68µg
27.97%
Vitamin B6:0.47mg
23.26%
Folate:77.46µg
19.36%
Copper:0.37mg
18.6%
Vitamin B3:3.61mg
18.03%
Magnesium:46.59mg
11.65%
Potassium:393.03mg
11.23%
Zinc:1.67mg
11.1%
Calcium:97.49mg
9.75%
Vitamin K:9.92µg
9.45%
Fiber:2.29g
9.17%
Manganese:0.16mg
7.87%
Vitamin B5:0.76mg
7.57%
Vitamin B2:0.09mg
5.21%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.08%
Iron:0.76mg
4.23%
Vitamin D:0.15µg
1.01%
Source:Epicurious