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.
