Weight Watchers Grilled Spicy Shrimp Recipe. Making a delicious seafood meal doesn’t have to be complicated and this shrimp dinner is the perfect example of that.
To make this dish you will need roasted red peppers, olive oil, sherry vinegar, minced garlic, kosher salt, smoked paprika, ground cumin, and fresh oregano.
This shrimp dish is highly versatile and can be paired with a variety of accompaniments. You can serve it with some grilled vegetables for a light, summer meal or alongside pasta for a more filling dinner option.
You can even top it off on a fresh salad, adding a protein-packed punch to your leafy greens.
And don’t worry if you’re not a seasoned cook. This recipe is beginner-friendly with its straightforward steps, and it’s perfect for impressing your friends and family at your next gathering.
Weight Watchers Points
1 Point (2022/2023 Plan)
MyWW Points: 1 Blue Plan and 2 Green Plan
1 WW Freestyle Points and 2 WW Smart Points
Why You’ll Love This Weight Watchers Grilled Spicy Shrimp
Bold and Flavorful
This Grilled Spicy Shrimp recipe is packed with bold, smoky, and spicy flavors. The combination of roasted red peppers, smoked paprika, and fresh oregano in the dressing adds a rich depth of flavor that will tantalize your taste buds.
Quick and Easy
This dish is incredibly easy to prepare, making it perfect for busy weeknights or quick weekend meals. With minimal prep and fast cooking time on the grill, you can have a delicious and healthy meal ready in no time.
Healthy and Light
This recipe is designed with Weight Watchers in mind, using lean shrimp and heart-healthy olive oil. It’s a low-calorie, high-protein dish that fits perfectly into a balanced diet, helping you stay on track with your health goals.
Perfect for Grilling
Grilling the shrimp adds a wonderful smoky flavor and gives them a nice char, enhancing their natural sweetness. It’s a great way to enjoy outdoor cooking and makes for an impressive dish to serve at barbecues or family gatherings.
Versatile Dish
This grilled shrimp can be served in a variety of ways. Enjoy it on its own, over a bed of greens, or as a filling for tacos. It’s a versatile recipe that you can customize to fit your meal preferences.
Tips and Tricks
Grilling Tips
Make sure your grill or grill pan is properly preheated to ensure a good sear on the shrimp. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes before threading the shrimp to prevent them from burning.
Ingredient Substitutions
If you don’t have sherry vinegar, you can substitute it with red wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar for a similar tangy flavor. You can also use dried oregano if fresh is not available, but use half the amount as dried herbs are more concentrated.
Storage Tips
Store any leftover shrimp in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two days. Reheat gently in a skillet over medium heat or enjoy them cold as a salad topping.
Serving Suggestions
Serve the grilled shrimp over a bed of mixed greens, with a side of quinoa or rice, or as a filling for soft tacos with avocado slices and a squeeze of lime. The possibilities are endless, making it easy to enjoy this dish in different ways.
Make Ahead
You can prepare the dressing and marinate the shrimp up to a day in advance. Keep them refrigerated until you’re ready to grill. This not only saves time but also allows the flavors to meld together beautifully, enhancing the taste of the shrimp.
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Weight Watchers Grilled Spicy Shrimp
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup roasted red peppers (packed in water) rinsed, drained, chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 teaspoons sherry vinegar
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon fresh oregano minced
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1½ tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon granulated garlic
- pinch salt
- 2 pounds shrimp peeled, deveined
Instructions
For the Dressing
- In a small food processor or blender, place the roasted red peppers, olive oil, sherry vinegar, minced garlic, kosher salt, ground black pepper, smoked paprika, ground cumin, and fresh oregano.
- Blend these ingredients until they become a smooth mixture.
- Set the blended mixture aside.
For the Shrimp
- In a large bowl, combine the second portion of olive oil, lemon juice, granulated garlic, and a pinch of salt.
- Add the peeled and deveined shrimp into the large bowl with the oil mixture.
- Mix until the shrimp are fully coated with the oil mixture.
- Allow the shrimp to marinate at room temperature for 30 minutes.
- Coat a grill or grill pan with cooking spray.
- Heat the grill or grill pan on high.
- Grill the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side, until they become lightly charred and firm.
- Drizzle the shrimp with the blended dressing set aside earlier, and then they are ready to serve.
Notes
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