Grilled Lemon Shrimp and Cucumber Bites
A quick, refreshing protein snack featuring seasoned grilled shrimp on crisp cucumber slices. Brightened with fresh lemon juice, it's the perfect bite to steady your afternoon energy.
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Perimenopause symptoms and relief · Office on Women’s HealthLow energy
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Before you start
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Equipment
Large skillet · Mixing bowl · Knife and cutting board
Time saver
If you have fresh dill or parsley in the fridge, chop a little up and sprinkle it on top for extra brightness.
Do these three things first
- 1Preheat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat (about 375°F).
- 2Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 3Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
Ingredients
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Ingredients
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Preheat a grill pan or skillet over…
Preheat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat (about 375°F).
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In a small bowl
In a small bowl, toss the shrimp with a light drizzle of olive oil, a pinch of salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
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Place the shrimp on the hot pan…
Place the shrimp on the hot pan and cook for about 2 minutes per side, until pink and completely opaque. Remove from heat.
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While the shrimp cooks
While the shrimp cooks, cut the cucumber into thick, 1/4-inch rounds.
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Arrange the cucumber slices on a plate
Arrange the cucumber slices on a plate, top each with a grilled shrimp, and squeeze the fresh lemon juice over the top before serving.
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The nutrition underneath
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For an even faster snack
For an even faster snack, use pre-cooked shrimp—just toss them in olive oil and seasonings, then serve cold on the cucumber slices.
If you have fresh dill or…
If you have fresh dill or parsley in the fridge, chop a little up and sprinkle it on top for extra brightness.
English cucumbers work best here because…
English cucumbers work best here because they have thinner skins and fewer seeds, making them perfectly crisp "crackers."
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