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Grilled shrimp with baked sweet potato and yellow wax beans
Grilled shrimp with baked sweet potato and yellow wax beans
Grilled shrimp with baked sweet potato and yellow wax beans is a delicious and nutritious meal option. The shrimp is typically seasoned and cooked on a grill, giving it a smoky flavor, while the sweet potato is baked until tender and sweet. The yellow wax beans add a pop of color and crunch to the dish. It’s a well-balanced meal that combines protein, carbs, and veggies for a tasty and satisfying dish.
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
- 4 medium-sized sweet potatoes
- 1 pound yellow wax beans trimmed
- Olive oil
- Salt and pepper
- Garlic powder
- Paprika
- Wooden skewers soaked in water
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Prepare the sweet potatoes by scrubbing them clean and patting them dry.
- Pierce each sweet potato several times with a fork to allow steam to escape while baking.
- Place the whole sweet potatoes on a baking sheet and bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for about 45-60 minutes or until soft and cooked through.
- In the meantime, thread the shrimp onto the soaked skewers, brush with olive oil, and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and a sprinkle of paprika.
- Grill the shrimp skewers for 2-3 minutes per side or until they are opaque and cooked through.
- Toss the trimmed yellow wax beans with olive oil, salt, pepper, and a touch of garlic powder.
- Grill the wax beans for about 5-7 minutes until tender-crisp, turning occasionally.
- Serve the grilled shrimp skewers with the whole baked sweet potatoes and grilled yellow wax beans on the side.
- Enjoy!
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 316kcal (16%)Carbohydrates: 55g (18%)Protein: 21g (42%)Fat: 1g (2%)Saturated Fat: 0.2g (1%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.1gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 143mg (48%)Sodium: 773mg (34%)Potassium: 1127mg (32%)Fiber: 8g (33%)Sugar: 9g (10%)Vitamin A: 32267IU (645%)Vitamin C: 29mg (35%)Calcium: 180mg (18%)Iron: 3mg (17%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
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