Simple Shrimp Nibbles

Number of Servings: 
10
Ingredients: 
5 whole wheat English muffins
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 small red bell pepper, finely diced (about ¾ cup)
1 garlic clove, minced
4 ounces semisoft goat cheese
One 6-ounce can tiny cocktail shrimp, drained and rinsed
Instructions: 

Preheat the oven to 400°F. Slice the English muffins in half and place on a baking sheet. Set aside. Heat the oil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add the bell pepper and garlic and cook until the pepper softens, about 2 minutes. Add the goat cheese and shrimp and mix well. Top each muffin half evenly with the shrimp mixture (about 2 tablespoons each). Bake until bubbly and golden, about 10 minutes.
Source:

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

Nutrition Information: 
130 calories; 6g fat (2.5g saturated, 0.25g omega-3); 310mg sodium; 13g carbohydrates; 2g fiber; 9g protein; 10% vitamin A; 35% vitamin C; 10% calcium
No votes yet
Related terms:

Ask a dietition

  • 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?
    Happy Holidays!
    Ralph C.

    FIND OUT THE ANSWER

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.