Healthy Shrimp Wraps
Enjoy these quick and delicious shrimp wraps, packed with protein and fresh veggies. Perfect for busy nights or a light lunch, these wraps are easy to customize and full of flavor!
Equipment
- Skillet or Grill: For cooking the shrimp.
- Cutting Board: For chopping veggies.
- Knife: To slice vegetables and shrimp.
- Mixing Bowl: For combining dressing ingredients (if making your own).
- Tortilla Press (optional): If using homemade tortillas.
- Serving Plates: For serving the wraps.
Ingredients
- Fresh Shrimp: 1 lb, peeled and deveined
- Whole Wheat Tortillas: 2 large
- Lettuce: 1 cup, chopped (e.g., romaine or iceberg)
- Tomato: 1, diced
- Cucumber: 1, sliced
- Red Onion: 1/4, thinly sliced
- Tangy Dressing: 2 tbsp (e.g., vinaigrette or yogurt sauce)
- Olive Oil: 1 tbsp
- Salt and Pepper: to taste
- Optional Add-ins: Avocado, bell peppers, or any preferred veggies
Instructions
- Prepare the Shrimp:Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.Season shrimp with salt and pepper, then sauté for about 3-5 minutes until cooked through and pink.
- Assemble the Wraps:Lay a tortilla flat on a clean surface.Place half of the cooked shrimp in the center of the tortilla.Add lettuce, diced tomato, cucumber slices, and red onion on top of the shrimp.Drizzle with your choice of tangy dressing.
- Wrap It Up:Fold the bottom of the tortilla up over the filling, then fold in the sides.Roll tightly to form a wrap. Repeat with the second tortilla.
- Serve:Slice the wraps in half if desired and enjoy immediately!
Notes
- Shrimp Selection: Choose wild-caught shrimp for better flavor and nutrition. Fresh shrimp should have a mild scent, not a strong fishy odor.
- Customization: Feel free to substitute or add your favorite veggies or proteins to suit your taste.
- Serving Size: This recipe can easily be doubled or halved depending on your needs.
- Storage: Shrimp wraps are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in the fridge for a day. If storing, keep the dressing separate to prevent sogginess.