Shrimp & Green Beans

Shrimp & Green Beans

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Appetizer, Main Course, Side Dish
Servings 4
Calories 282 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp avocado oil divided
  • 2 1/2 cups green beans trimmed
  • 2 lbs shrimp raw, peeled, deveined
  • 1/8 tsp sea salt
  • 1 tbsp tamari
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes

Instructions
 

  • Heat half of the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the green beans and stir for 5 to 7 minutes, or until tender and crisp. Transfer the beans to a dish and set aside.
  • Reduce the heat to medium and add the remaining oil to the skillet. Add the shrimp, season with salt and cook for about 2 to 3 minutes per side. Return the green beans to the skillet, and add the tamari and red pepper flakes. Stir until the shrimp is just cooked through and evenly coated. Divide onto plates and enjoy!

Notes

Leftovers will keep in the refrigerator for 2 to 3 days.
Great sides include rice, quinoa, polenta, squash, couscous, sweet potatoes or zucchini noodles.
Soy sauce or coconut aminos can be used instead of tamari.

Nutrition

Calories: 282kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 48gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 572mgSodium: 2094mgPotassium: 336mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 549IUVitamin C: 18mgCalcium: 354mgIron: 6mg
Keyword Dairy Free, Egg Free, Gluten Free, Grain Free, Low Calorie, Nut Free, Paleo, Shellfish
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