I’m finding extra lean cooking a fun challenge to say the least!
As a Weight Watchers graduate, I’m all about cooking healthy meals. And needless to say, after 15 years of sticking to it, I’m confident in my healthy cooking skills.
But age has caught up to me (52 and counting), and I find that cooking even leaner is a necessary skill – and it’s not such a bad thing either . . .Â
Delicious Shrimp and Vegetable Saute
Looking for a little low calorie help from my fellow food friends, I discovered  this very tasty Greek salad dressing that served perfectly as a marinade for my low fat – high protein shrimp.
Delicious Shrimp and Vegetable Saute
We sautéed our lovely little shrimps with thick slices of yellow squash and handfuls of vibrant green spinach, then tossed it with another drizzle of Greek dressing before plating it for the table.
Delicious Shrimp and Vegetable Saute
Truth be told, I’m one of those crazy people who only eats shrimp coated in some kind of tasty crust and dipped in a creamy sauce – needless to say, I’m not a fan. This shrimp recipe was so fresh and flavorful thanks to that herby Greek dressing, that my plate was empty. Not one shrimp left.
Check back on Friday for my next extra lean cooking adventure.
Now that I’m getting the hang of things, I have a roasted portabella and fried egg recipe to share with you.
Happy, healthy cooking. 
Ingredients
- 14 ounces shrimp , large, peeled and deveiened
- 2 tablespoons low calorie Greek salad Dressing
- 1 medium yellow squash, quartered, then sliced into 1/2" pieces
- ½ cup roasted red peppers, chopped
- 4 tablespoons red onion, finely chopped
- 2 teaspoons garlic
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 2 tablespoons low calorie Greek salad dressing
Instructions
- Toss 2 tablespoons Greek dressing with shrimp and marinate for 30 minutes.
- Heat a large nonstick sauté pan over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon Greek dressing. Add onion, squash and garlic. Cook for 5 minutes until crisp tender. Remove to a bowl and over to keep warm.
- Add shrimp to the pan and sauté for 3 - 5 minutes until shrimp just curls and is no longer translucent. Add a little more dressing if the pan is too dry.
- Add squash, red pepper and spinach back to the pan and sauté for another 3 minutes to warm through.
- Toss with remaining tablespoon of Greek dressing and serve.
Notes
Calories: 244 Weight Watchers PointsPlus 6 Total Fat: 6.35g Cholesterol: 250mg Sodium: 1452mg (I don't believe that this can possibly be correct if you are watching your sodium. The software I use sometimes calculates sodium higher than it should be based on a random ingredient they've entered into their database incorrectly.) Total Carbs: 14.01g Dietary Fiber: 3.33g Sugars: 3.70g Protein: 30.30g
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I am Greek so how could I say no to this? They look super tasty!
Katerina recently posted…Green Salad with Pomegranate Seeds and Vinaigrette
I was pleased with the dressing. It worked well as a marinade and a salad dressing. I would have loved to add a little feta cheese to the finish, but it’s not on my calorie list right now. Next time! Enjoy the rest of your week.
I love fresh spinach. Great recipe.
Veronica Gantley recently posted…Easy Chicken and Dumplings for #SundaySupper
beautiful flavors and it just looks delectable, shrimps are a fave of mine.
Evelyne@cheapethniceatz recently posted…SRC Black Bean and Sweet Potato Quesadilla
It’s funny, but shellfish isn’t tops on my list, but my husband loves it, so he was a happy camper.
Nice dish with shrimps…and yes like it with lots of different veggies. Love the color of it!
Thanks for the recipe and have a wonderful week Kristi
It’s amazing. My husband and I are on the same eating plan to lose a few pounds and find that these simple meals are very satisfying. I thinks it’s because as you say, the colors are so pleasing.
It looks not only healthy, but very delicious. I like healthy diet, but enjoy some decadent treats once in a while too.
Angie@Angie’s Recipes recently posted…Apple, Ginger and Treacle Tart
We planned this weight loss plan just before the holidays so we could enjoy a few of those decadent treats for sure!
Absolutely irresistible and they look perfect!
cquek recently posted…Marina Bay Sands – Part 1 第一 Singapore
This sounds like a tasty and yet very healthy dish.
Karen (Back Road Journal) recently posted…Munich, The Warm Heart Of Bavaria
Hi Karen! If I weren’t counting calories, I’d definitely add a handful of feta. Wouldn’t that be delicious?
Great looking dish – something I should definitely try. I’m a bit older than you, and the last few years I’ve been finding I need to lighten up too. If I don’t, instant weight gain. Anyway, really good stuff – thanks.
kitchenriffs recently posted…Microwave Popcorn
It’s true, isn’t it? It just takes a few day of eating my favorite foods, and my middle expands.
This dish is so bright and colorful – bookmarking it for a nice light extra lean dinner
Food Jaunts recently posted…Mexican Fried Rice
When I have a few calories to spare I’ll be adding a few crumbles of feta cheese just for kicks. Have a good week!