Quick Shrimp and Mozzarella Tortilla Wrap
A warm, toasted low-carb tortilla filled with succulent sauteed shrimp, melted mozzarella cheese, and a fresh cherry tomato and cucumber salsa. It is packed with lean protein and satisfying fiber while keeping carbs low.
Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
20 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Karen + Lila
Karen created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
Digestive comfort
A portion that works for you
Fiber and plants can support digestion, but more is not always better overnight. Start with a comfortable portion and build gradually.
Notice: comfort + portion
More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
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Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
20 min
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Equipment
Large skillet · Mixing bowl
Time saver
Wrap any leftovers tightly in foil and store in the refrigerator for up to 1 day; reheat in a dry skillet over low heat to restore the tortilla's crispness.
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Instructions
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Next: Combine the cherry tomato
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Combine the cherry tomato
In a small bowl, combine the cherry tomato, cucumber, and red onion. Set aside to let the flavors meld.
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Toss the shrimp with the olive oil
In a separate small bowl, toss the shrimp with the olive oil, cumin, garlic powder, and paprika until evenly coated.
Look for: evenly coated
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Heat a medium nonstick skillet over medium-high…
Heat a medium nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned shrimp and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, or until they turn pink and opaque. Transfer the shrimp to a clean plate.
Look for: they turn pink and opaque
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Wipe the skillet clean and return to…
Wipe the skillet clean and return to medium-low heat. Place the low-carb flour tortilla in the skillet.
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Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over…
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over one half of the tortilla. Arrange the cooked shrimp over the cheese.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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Fold the tortilla in half over the…
Fold the tortilla in half over the filling to create a half-moon shape. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side, pressing down gently with a spatula, until the tortilla is golden and crispy and the cheese is completely melted.
Look for: the tortilla is golden and crispy and the cheese is completely melted
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Carefully transfer the hot wrap to a…
Carefully transfer the hot wrap to a cutting board and let cool for 1 minute before slicing.
Allow: 1 minute
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Serve the warm wrap immediately alongside the…
Serve the warm wrap immediately alongside the fresh tomato and cucumber salsa.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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