Mediterranean Garlic Seared Shrimp on Crisp Herb Greens
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Plump tiger shrimp seared in garlic, chili, and extra virgin olive oil, served over a bed of crisp mixed greens and arugula.
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Ingredients
- 200g Raw tiger shrimp, peeled, deveined, tails on
- 100g Mixed salad greens
- 50g Wild arugula
- 2 Cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 1/4 tsp Red pepper chili flakes
- 15ml Extra virgin olive oil
- 15ml Fresh lemon juice
- 15g Fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped
- Sea salt to taste
Instructions
- Pat shrimp dry with paper towels. In a large bowl, toss crisp mixed greens and arugula with 1 teaspoon of olive oil, half the lemon juice, and a pinch of salt; arrange on a serving platter.
- Heat remaining olive oil in a wide skillet over medium heat. Add sliced garlic and chili flakes, cooking for 30–45 seconds until aromatic without burning.
- Increase heat to medium-high, add the shrimp in a single layer, and sear for 2 minutes per side until pink, opaque, and slightly curled.
- Remove from heat immediately, squeeze remaining lemon juice over the hot shrimp, and toss with chopped parsley.
- Transfer sizzling shrimp and pan juices directly over the bed of greens and serve immediately.
📚 Scientific Studies & Medical References (5 Sources) ▼
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- New England Journal of Medicine (2019): de Cabo R, Mattson MP. Effects of Intermittent Fasting on Health, Aging, and Disease. N Engl J Med. 381(26):2541-2551. PubMed 31881139 • DOI
- Cell Metabolism (2014): Levine ME, Suarez JA, Brandhorst S, et al. Low Protein Intake and Periodic Fasting Promote Longevity and Autophagy. Cell Metab. 19(3):407-417. PubMed 24606898 • DOI
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