Sweet and Spicy Shrimp Lettuce Cups

I love when winter is over and so many fruits and veggies are in season! That means, they taste even better and are less expensive as well! I am hoping when we move I can make my own garden. I can’t seem to keep a house plant alive…but I am willing to at least try one veggie and see how it goes!

I only have a couple months until I am in California, so I am really trying hard on my goals. Between healthy meals and Insanity Max 30. I can’t believe with all my back issues I have been able to do this workout the last few days! I am so excited!! I follow the modifier, but it’s still a challenge even with the modifier. I actually feel SO much better too, my back hasnt been hurting as much as before. I think I just needed to get the right workout without pushing myself too hard and messing things up. So I put my pride to the side, and I am doing what I am supposed to. My goal is to lose 10-15 lbs in the next 2 months. If you want to join me, let me know! I have a group called Strong for Summer about to start in 2 weeks!!

This recipe for Sweet and Spicy Shrimp Lettuce Cups is wonderful, my husband and son loved it, even my 4 year old ate a few shrimp…she likes spicy food too! There is the perfect amount of sweet and spicy, so neither is overpowering one another. I hope you like it! If you make this recipe, be sure to tag me on Facebook or Instagram or hash tag #peckled.com! Enjoy!

Sweet and Spicy Shrimp Lettuce Cups Recipe

Serves 3A delicious mix of sweet and spicy, perfect for warm days or meal prep!

Ingredients

1. 1 lb Raw Shrimp, peeled and cleaned
2. 1/2 tsp Cayenne Pepper
3. 1/4 tsp Black Pepper
4. 1/2 tsp Paprika
5. 1 Garlic clove, minced
6. 1/2 tsp Dill
7. Dash of Salt
8. Lettuce leaves, such as Butter, Boston, Romaine…which ever you prefer!

For the Salsa

1. 2 Roma Tomatoes, chopped
2. 1 small Avocado, seeded and chopped
3. 1/2 Purple Onion, chopped (approx 1/4 cup)
4. 1 Garlic, minced
5. 1/2 Mango, peeled and chopped
6. 1 Pineapple Spear, chopped (approx 1/4 cup)
7. 1/2 Lime, juiced
8. 1/2 small Jalapeno, minced (about 1/2 tbsp)
9. dash of salt and pepper
10. Optional: Cilantro for Garnish

Instructions

1. Chop all of your salsa ingredients, and mix together in a small mixing bowl, set aside.
2. After you clean your shrimp, heat a pan on medium heat and add approximately 1 Tbsp Olive Oil.
3. In a plastic baggie (or small bowl) mix together the cayenne, black pepper, Paprika, Garlic, Dill and Salt. Season your shrimp with the spicy mixture, and place side-by-side in your pan. Do not over crowd the pan or they won’t sear correctly.
4. If your pan is hot, you only need to cook the shrimp for about 2 minutes on one side, and 1 minute on the other side. Just until pink and cooked through.
5. Remove onto a paper towel lined plate.
6. To assemble, place your shrimp in the lettuce cup, and top with a spoonful of sweet pineapple mango salsa!
7. That’s it!

By Jxx