Shrimp Fajita Skillet (keto + low carb)
This one-pan Shrimp Fajita Skillet is the perfect keto-friendly meal! Pair with cilantro lime cauliflower rice, or low carb tortillas for a hearty, satisfying meal!
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- 1 1/2 cup bell pepper mixed colors
- 1 cup red onion thinly sliced
- 1 cup mushrooms sliced
- 1 pound thawed shrimp deveined and shelled
- 3 tablespoons fajita seasoning*
- 1/2 fresh lime sliced
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet to medium heat, then add in your olive oil. Add the bell peppers, onion and mushrooms. Sauté the vegetables for 5-6 minutes until tender.
- Add the shrimp and seasoning and toss to coat everything evenly with the spices. Sear the shrimp 2-3 minutes until cooked through.
- Lastly, squeeze about half a fresh lime (or 1/4 quarter if you are sensitive to citrus) over the fajitas the last minute of cooking. It will pop, sizzle and steam!
Notes
Fajita seasoning blend
1/4 cup chili powder
2 tablespoons paprika
1 tablespoon each cumin, onion powder, garlic powder
2 teaspoons oregano
1 teaspoon each salt, pepper Net carbs are 4.4 g per serving
2 tablespoons paprika
1 tablespoon each cumin, onion powder, garlic powder
2 teaspoons oregano
1 teaspoon each salt, pepper Net carbs are 4.4 g per serving
Nutrition
Serving: 1 1/4 cupsCalories: 232kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 18.6gFat: 6.2gCholesterol: 131mgSodium: 300mgFiber: 1.6gSugar: 4.2g
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