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 elevate your summer grilling game with these irresistible Shrimp and Mango Skewers drizzled in a vibrant Guava-Lime Glaze! Perfect for a light lunch or a delightful dinner, this dish balances succulent shrimp with juicy mangoes and colorful bell peppers, all perfectly toasted on the grill. Not only is it a feast for the eyes, but it’s also a treat for your taste buds—sweet, tangy, and a little spicy!

With the zesty guava-lime glaze adding an extra layer of flavor and the aroma of fresh ginger and garlic wafting through the air, these skewers are sure to impress your family and friends. Whether you’re hosting a barbecue or simply wanting to enjoy a delicious meal outdoors, this dish is gluten-free and dairy-free, catering to various dietary needs.

In just 45 minutes, you can create an eye-catching dish that serves 6, making it great for gatherings or even an intimate dinner for two. The combination of protein-rich shrimp and the sweetness of ripe mango makes this recipe not only satisfying but also packed with nutrients. So fire up the grill, grab your skewers, and let’s make a splash with these Shrimp and Mango Skewers that bring a taste of the tropics to your plate!

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