Lemony Shrimp & Asparagus Recipe

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Lemony Shrimp & Asparagus
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Directions:

  1. Thaw shrimp, if frozen.
  2. In a 1 1/2-quart casserole combine the asparagus, garlic, and water.
  3. Cook, covered, on 100% power (high) for 4 to 5 minutes or till asparagus is just crisp-tender.
  4. Stir in shrimp and green or sweet red pepper.
  5. Cook, covered, on high for 5 to 7 minutes (7 to 9 minutes in a low-wattage oven) or till shrimp are pink and asparagus is tender, stirring once.
  6. Remove shrimp and vegetables with a slotted spoon, reserving liquid in casserole.
  7. Meanwhile, in a bowl combine the soy sauce, lemon peel, lemon juice, and cornstarch.
  8. Stir into liquid in casserole.
  9. Cook, uncovered, on high for 2 to 4 minutes or till thickened and bubbly, stirring after every minute till mixture begins to thicken, then every 30 seconds.
  10. Stir shrimp and vegetables into casserole.
  11. Cook, uncovered, on high for 1 to 2 minutes or till heated through.
  12. Serve with rice and lemon wedges, if desired.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 195.07 Kcal (817 kJ)
Calories from fat 48.54 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 5.39g 8%
Cholesterol 16.44mg 5%
Sodium 831.31mg 35%
Potassium 252.89mg 5%
Total Carbs 29.79g 10%
Sugars 2.9g 12%
Dietary Fiber 3.21g 13%
Protein 7.45g 15%
Vitamin C 41.8mg 70%
Iron 1.9mg 10%
Calcium 23.8mg 2%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 102.33 Kcal (428 kJ)
Calories from fat 25.46 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 2.83g 8%
Cholesterol 8.62mg 5%
Sodium 436.11mg 35%
Potassium 132.67mg 5%
Total Carbs 15.63g 10%
Sugars 1.52g 12%
Dietary Fiber 1.69g 13%
Protein 3.91g 15%
Vitamin C 21.9mg 70%
Iron 1mg 10%
Calcium 12.5mg 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 3.7
    Points
  • 5
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • low fat,
  • saturated fat free,
  • low cholesterol

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium

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