Name: Spicy Shrimp with Cauliflower Mash and Garlic Kale
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 lb raw shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; ½ teaspoon ground cumin; ½ teaspoon garlic powder; ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste); Salt and pepper, to taste; Juice of ½ lime; 1 medium head cauliflower, cut into florets; 2 tablespoons cream cheese or Greek yogurt; 1 tablespoon butter or olive oil; Salt and pepper, to taste; Splash of milk or broth (optional, for creaminess); 1 bunch kale, stems removed and leaves chopped; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 cloves garlic, minced; Salt and pepper, to taste; Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)

Description

This light yet flavorful meal features tender spicy shrimp served over creamy cauliflower mash, with a side of garlicky sautéed kale. It’s low in carbs, high in protein, and packed with flavor—perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

For the Spicy Shrimp:

1 lb raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
Salt and pepper, to taste
Juice of 1/2 lime

For the Cauliflower Mash:

1 medium head cauliflower, cut into florets
2 tablespoons cream cheese or Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon butter or olive oil
Salt and pepper, to taste
Splash of milk or broth (optional, for creaminess)

For the Garlic Kale:

1 bunch kale, stems removed and leaves chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
Salt and pepper, to taste
Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)

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Instructions

Make the Cauliflower Mash:
Bring a large pot of water to boil and cook cauliflower florets until very tender, about 10–12 minutes. Drain and let steam dry.
Transfer to a food processor and blend with cream cheese (or yogurt), butter, salt, and pepper until smooth. Add a splash of milk or broth if needed. Set aside and keep warm.
Cook the Kale:
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds. Add kale, season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes, and cook until wilted, about 5 minutes. Remove from pan and set aside.
Cook the Shrimp:
In a bowl, toss shrimp with olive oil, paprika, cumin, garlic powder, cayenne, salt, and pepper.
In the same skillet over medium-high heat, cook shrimp for 2–3 minutes per side until opaque and cooked through. Squeeze lime juice over the shrimp.
Assemble:
Divide cauliflower mash among plates. Top with garlic kale and spicy shrimp. Serve immediately.

Notes

To make it dairy-free, use olive oil and dairy-free yogurt or omit cream cheese.
Add a fried egg on top for an extra boost of protein.
Works well with frozen shrimp—just thaw and pat dry first.