Festive Shrimp Cocktail Dip

Number of Servings: 
6
Ingredients: 
One 6-ounce (4 ounce drained weight) can tiny shrimp, drained
½ cup light sour cream
¼ cup cocktail sauce
One 8-ounce bag sugar snap peas or snow peas
Instructions: 

In a medium bowl, gently combine the shrimp, sour cream, and cocktail sauce. Place in a small festive serving bowl and serve with sugar snap peas for dipping.

Source: Janice Newell Bissex, MS, RD & Liz Weiss, MS, RD Cofounders, Meal Makeover Moms.com

Nutrition Information: 
(per serving) 70 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated, 0.1g omega-3), 55mg cholesterol, 300mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate, 1g fiber, 6g protein, 10% vitamin A, 15% vitamin C, 10% calcium
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  • I am finally convinced that the cholesterol found in shrimp isn’t going to raise my blood cholesterol and may actually decrease my risk of heart disease.  Are there any other nutrients found in shrimp that can make me healthier?
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    Ralph C.

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We already know that shrimp is low in fat and calories. But if you are concerned about cholesterol, there is good news. You do not have to give up shrimp! Research shows and dietitians concur that the high percentage of "good fats" in shrimp reduces the impact of cholesterol. So enjoy shrimp as part of a balanced - and delicious - diet.