"Fruit" of the Month
Bell Peppers
Bell peppers or sweet peppers or just plain “peppers” are considered a fruit and come in different colors, including red, yellow, orange, green, white, and purple.
They are low in calories and exceptionally rich in vitamin C and other antioxidants, making them an excellent addition to a healthy diet. Also, Red bell peppers have more vitamin C content than Green bell peppers.
Bell peppers or sweet peppers or just plain “peppers” are considered a fruit and come in different colors, including red, yellow, orange, green, white, and purple.
They are low in calories and exceptionally rich in vitamin C and other antioxidants, making them an excellent addition to a healthy diet. Also, Red bell peppers have more vitamin C content than Green bell peppers.
Shrimp Fajitas, c/o Jessica Gavin
Make a hot sizzlingly skillet of shrimp fajitas. This recipe has tons of flavor, it's quick, and healthy, just warm up some tortillas and you’re all set!
Ingredients:
1 Lb. Shrimp, 16/20 count, peeled and deveined
1/2 t Cumin
1/2 t Smoked Paprika or Sweet
1/2 t Garlic Powder
1/2 t Onion Powder
1-1/2 t Kosher Salt, divided
1/2 t Black Pepper
1 T Lime Juice
1/4 C Olive Oil, divided
1 C Yellow Onions, 1/4” thick slices
1 C Zucchini, 1/4” thick slices
4 C Bell Peppers, 1/4” thick slices
1 T Minced Garlic
1/4 C Cilantro Leaves, for garnish
Lime Wedges, for garnish
Tortillas
Instructions:
• In a large bowl combine shrimp, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, 1 t salt, pepper, lime juice, and 1 T olive oil. Marinate for 10 minutes. Meanwhile, slice and chop the onion, zucchini, bell peppers, and garlic.
• Heat a 12-inch cast-iron skillet or stainless steel pan over medium heat. Add 1 T oil, once hot add the shrimp in a single layer. Cook for 2 minutes, flip, and cook until opaque, about 1 minute. Transfer to a clean plate.
• Add 2 T of oil to the pan. Once hot, add the onions, saute for 1 minute. Add the zucchini, saute for 2 minutes. Add bell peppers and garlic, saute for 2 minutes. Season vegetables with ½ t salt, stir to combine.
• Add shrimp back to the pan, stir, and cook for 1 minute to warm.
• Garnish with cilantro and serve with lime wedges and warmed tortillas.
Nutrition Facts:
Amount Per Serving - Calories 314 - Calories from Fat 144
% Daily Value*
Fat 16g 25%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 286mg 95%
Sodium 1768mg 74%
Potassium 625mg 18%
Carbohydrates 17g 6%
Fiber 5g 20%
Sugar 10g 11%
Protein 26g 52%
Vitamin A 4980IU 100%
Vitamin C 211mg 256%
Calcium 198mg 20%
Iron 4mg 22%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Make a hot sizzlingly skillet of shrimp fajitas. This recipe has tons of flavor, it's quick, and healthy, just warm up some tortillas and you’re all set!
Ingredients:
1 Lb. Shrimp, 16/20 count, peeled and deveined
1/2 t Cumin
1/2 t Smoked Paprika or Sweet
1/2 t Garlic Powder
1/2 t Onion Powder
1-1/2 t Kosher Salt, divided
1/2 t Black Pepper
1 T Lime Juice
1/4 C Olive Oil, divided
1 C Yellow Onions, 1/4” thick slices
1 C Zucchini, 1/4” thick slices
4 C Bell Peppers, 1/4” thick slices
1 T Minced Garlic
1/4 C Cilantro Leaves, for garnish
Lime Wedges, for garnish
Tortillas
Instructions:
• In a large bowl combine shrimp, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, 1 t salt, pepper, lime juice, and 1 T olive oil. Marinate for 10 minutes. Meanwhile, slice and chop the onion, zucchini, bell peppers, and garlic.
• Heat a 12-inch cast-iron skillet or stainless steel pan over medium heat. Add 1 T oil, once hot add the shrimp in a single layer. Cook for 2 minutes, flip, and cook until opaque, about 1 minute. Transfer to a clean plate.
• Add 2 T of oil to the pan. Once hot, add the onions, saute for 1 minute. Add the zucchini, saute for 2 minutes. Add bell peppers and garlic, saute for 2 minutes. Season vegetables with ½ t salt, stir to combine.
• Add shrimp back to the pan, stir, and cook for 1 minute to warm.
• Garnish with cilantro and serve with lime wedges and warmed tortillas.
Nutrition Facts:
Amount Per Serving - Calories 314 - Calories from Fat 144
% Daily Value*
Fat 16g 25%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 286mg 95%
Sodium 1768mg 74%
Potassium 625mg 18%
Carbohydrates 17g 6%
Fiber 5g 20%
Sugar 10g 11%
Protein 26g 52%
Vitamin A 4980IU 100%
Vitamin C 211mg 256%
Calcium 198mg 20%
Iron 4mg 22%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
