Keto-friendly remake to a popular Margarita-Lime Shrimp dish. Includes recipes for Cilantro-Lime cauliflower rice as well as sugar-free substitutes for margarita mix.
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I had a taste for a burrito bowl but didn’t want to go purchase one. We had a full day with home chores so even the thought of getting dressed to go outside was a bit much. Since I know burrito bowls are super easy to make at home, I decided to just make one. I used shrimp because it thaws easily and cooks in minutes; however, you can substitute any protein that you enjoy. The idea of a margarita-lime protein is an old one. In fact, I found a version of this recipe several years ago, but I made some swaps to make it keto-friendly since traditional Margarita-Lime recipes include Triple Sec, an alcoholic beverage that includes nearly 11g of sugar per shot.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Keto-friendly remake to a popular Margarita-Lime Shrimp dish. Includes recipes for Cilantro-Lime cauliflower rice as well as sugar-free substitutes for margarita mix.
Servings: 4
Calories: 332kcal
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Ingredients
Margarita-Lime Shrimp
- 3 tbsp Olive Oil
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 3 tbsp Be Mixed Margarita You can get it here
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 tsp Granular Monk Fruit Erythritol (Besti) Granular
- 2 tbsp tequila
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper optional
- 1/4 tsp Black Pepper
- 1 tsp Sea Salt
- 1 lb shrimp deveined and peeled
Instructions
- Whisk all of the ingredients for the shrimp marinade in a mixing bowl that has a lid
- Add the shrimp to the marinade. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 30 minutes. While the shrimp marinates, you can make guacamole and salsa (You can get the recipes here). You might also want to create fajita vegetables by simply adding sliced red onions, bell peppers, salt to taste, and a cooking fat to a pan until they are soft.
- For the cauliflower rice: Heat a skillet to medium-high heat.
- Saute the onions and garlic cloves for 2 minutes (the onions will be translucent)
- Add the cauliflower rice to the pan and saute until the "rice" is slightly browned and your desired texture is achieved (~5 minutes)
- Add cilantro, sea salt, and lime juice, then use a spoon or silicone spatula to incorporate it.
- Turn the heat off of the pan with the cauliflower rice and keep warm
- For the shrimp: Heat another skillet or grill pan to medium-high heat
- Add the shrimp and cook 2 - 3 minutes per side
- You can top this dish with sauteed peppers & onions, guacamole, and salsa if you choose.
Recipe Nutrition Facts
Nutrition Facts
Keto Margarita-Lime Shrimp Bowl
Amount Per Serving
Calories 332 Calories from Fat 171
% Daily Value*
Fat 19g29%
Saturated Fat 2g10%
Trans Fat 0g
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Monounsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 285mg95%
Sodium 2089mg87%
Potassium 481mg14%
Carbohydrates 10g3%
Fiber 2g8%
Sugar 3g3%
Protein 26g52%
Vitamin A 130IU3%
Vitamin C 69.7mg84%
Calcium 202mg20%
Iron 3mg17%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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Nutritional DisclaimerThe nutritional information comes from Spoonacular API, a database of food ingredients. The nutritional information for any recipe will vary based on the exact product you use and the brand. I do not include erythritol or sugar alcohols in the final carb or net carb count as it does not have any impact on my blood glucose levels. Before starting keto or a low-carb eating plan, you should consult your doctor. I am sharing my personal experiences and none of the information included in my recipes or throughout the site should be taken as medical advice.
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