Mild Shrimp Fajitas with Black Beans
Flavorful grilled shrimp paired with sweet bell peppers, onions, and creamy avocado in warm tortillas. Served alongside protein-packed black beans for a stomach-friendly, heart-healthy meal.
Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
20 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Tandra + Lila
Tandra created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
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Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
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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.
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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.
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Everyday strength
Support the basics consistently
A nourishing meal supports the protein, energy and overall nutrition that help you keep showing up for daily movement.
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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 · Saucepan
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Store leftover shrimp and vegetables in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
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Heat 1 tsp of olive oil in…
Heat 1 tsp of olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat (350°F / 175°C).
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Add 0.5 pcs sliced red onion and 0.5 pcs sliced red bell pepper to the skillet. Cook for 5 to 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized.
Look for: vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized
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Add 150g peeled
Add 150g peeled, deveined shrimp, 0.25 tsp cumin, 0.25 tsp oregano, and 0.25 tsp salt to the skillet. Saute for 3 to 4 minutes until the shrimp turns opaque and pink. Remove from heat.
Look for: the shrimp turns opaque and pink
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Warm 2 pcs small corn tortillas in…
Warm 2 pcs small corn tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for 30 seconds per side until pliable.
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Warm 0.5 cup canned black beans in a small saucepan over low heat for 2 minutes until hot.
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Divide the cooked shrimp
Divide the cooked shrimp, bell pepper, and onion between the two warm tortillas. Top each with sliced avocado (0.25 pcs total) and fresh cilantro.
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Serve the fajitas alongside the warm black…
Serve the fajitas alongside the warm black beans.
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