Wild American Shrimp Scores High On Nutrition
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Wild American Shrimp: A Nutritional Powerhouse
Overview
Shrimp is gaining attention in popular diets like Atkins, South Beach, and Weight Watchers. It's an excellent source of protein, low in calories, and especially beneficial when it's Wild American shrimp from the South Atlantic and Gulf of Mexico. These shrimp are perfect for health-conscious individuals who value transparency in their food sources.
Nutritional Benefits
Renowned nutritionist Carol Guber highlights the benefits of Wild American shrimp, noting their low fat content and richness in polyunsaturated fats and heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids. These nutrients are known to combat cholesterol and potentially lower the risk of heart disease. For those aiming to shed pounds with healthier protein options, Wild American shrimp offers a flavorful solution.
Quality Assurance
Wild American shrimp bear a special certification mark, confirming they are wild-caught and adhere to high quality standards. Guber advises consumers to specifically ask for Wild American shrimp when shopping or dining out.
"Many people don’t realize that much of the shrimp sold in the U.S. is imported and farm-raised, not sourced from the Gulf of Mexico or South Atlantic," she explains.
Selecting Fresh Shrimp
When buying shrimp, choose those with shiny shells and firm meat. A fresh, salty scent is ideal, while the smell of ammonia or a strong fishy odor should be avoided.
To keep dishes healthy, minimize or eliminate butter, oil, or shortening.
Recipe: Wild American Shrimp Ceviche with Watermelon and Spicy Pico
Servings: 4 to 6
Ingredients:
- 2 cups fresh lime juice
- 1 1/2 cups Wild American shrimp, cleaned, deveined, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces
- 1 cup Roma tomatoes, seeded and diced
- 1 serrano pepper, minced
- 1/4 cup red onion, diced
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- Kosher salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 1/2 cups watermelon, diced into 1/2-inch pieces
- Baked tortilla chips
- Lime wedges for garnish
Instructions:
1. Combine shrimp with 1 1/2 cups of lime juice and refrigerate for 24 to 36 hours until shrimp is no longer opaque. Drain, rinse, and set aside.
2. For the pico sauce, mix 2 tablespoons lime juice, Roma tomatoes, serrano pepper, red onion, cilantro, salt, and pepper.
3. Combine shrimp, watermelon, pico sauce, and 2 tablespoons lime juice. Garnish with lime wedges and serve with chips.
Enjoy this delightful and nutritious dish!
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