Only 1 Point Mexican Shrimp Cocktail
revised version with smart points and nutrition details:
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Chilling Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
1 pound medium shrimp (raw or cooked)
Kosher salt (for boiling, if using raw shrimp)
1 cup chopped red onion
1 cup peeled, diced cucumber
½ cup chopped celery
1 jalapeno, minced
1 avocado, sliced (for garnish)
Instructions:
Prep the Shrimp:
If using raw shrimp: Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add shrimp and cook until pink, about 2-3 minutes. Drain and cool.
If using cooked shrimp: Simply chop into bite-sized pieces.
Mix the Veggies:
In a large bowl, combine the chopped red onion, cucumber, celery, and minced jalapeno.
Combine and Chill:
Add the shrimp to the veggie mix and stir well.
Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld.
Serve:
Serve chilled with avocado slices on top and enjoy!
Nutrition Information (per serving):
Calories: 140
Protein: 20g
Carbohydrates: 10g
Fat: 3g
SmartPoints: 1 (Based on the Weight Watchers FreeStyle program)
Notes:
To reduce SmartPoints, use less avocado or omit it as a garnish. Each slice of avocado adds about 1 SmartPoint.
This recipe is low in points due to the lean protein from shrimp and the low-calorie vegetables used.
Feel free to adjust the ingredients and serving sizes according to your preferences and dietary needs.