Description
Delicious Buffalo shrimp wrapped in crispy lettuce leaves, drizzled with creamy dressing for a guilt-free indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled, deveined, and chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/3 cup hot sauce (such as Frank’s)
- 1 head romaine or butter lettuce (12 leaves)
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1 rib celery, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup light blue cheese or ranch dressing
- Chopped chives (optional)
Instructions
- Heat oil in skillet over medium heat.
- Add shrimp and garlic; cook 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Turn off heat and toss shrimp in hot sauce until well coated.
- Place shrimp into lettuce cups and top with onion, celery, dressing, and chives.
Notes
For a lighter option, try low-sugar hot sauce and dairy-free dressing. Ensure shrimp are not overcooked to avoid a rubbery texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sauteing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 190mg