Simple Protein: Prosciutto Wrapped Shrimp Recipe

I think that the two main reasons that I couldn't be a vegan are 1) shrimp and 2) prosciutto. Shrimp is a lean and healthy source of protein, not to mention it's relatively simple and quick to cook.

The first tie that I went to Italy I discovered "prosciutto e melone." I had it for almost every meal. It sparked my love for prosciutto. However, when I lived in Saudi Arabia pork was banned from the country and I had some withdrawals. Now that I'm back in NYC, I incorporate it into my meals at least a couple times per week. Here's one of my favourite combinations:

Ingredients:

-A Few Slices of Prosciutto

-2/3 Cup Shrimp 

-1 Tsp Olive oil

Step 1: Place oiled pan on low heat

Step 2: Peal prosciutto strips into smaller strips and wrap each shrimp

Step 3: Place shrimp in the pan and cook until edges are browned (approximately 5 minutes)

Step 5: Enjoy!

I usually prefer to pair this with some roasted brussels sprouts.

How To Pronounce Quinoa

Quinoa: \ken-no-wa\ 

Benefits of Quinoa: naturally gluten free, contains iron, calcium, fiber, potassium, vitamin E... and probably many more good things. Plus it doesn't taste too bad.

Here's my favorite way to enjoy quinoa and all of its benefits. 

Thanks mom, for the recipe! 

Ingredients:

1/2 red onion

2-3 cloves of garlic (the more the merrier)

1/2 tsp salt

1 tbsp cumin

Small sprinkle of cayenne 

Dash of Lawry's seasoning salt

2 1/2 cups quinoa

4 cups of water 

1 tbsp coconut oil

Step 1: In a large saucepan heat the coconut oil on medium heat.

Step 2: Dice the red onion and add to pan, along with the garlic. 

Step 3: While the onion and garlic are cooking rinse the quinoa and add to onion mixture. 

Step 4: Pour in water, sea salt, Lawry's, cumin & cayenne. Mix well. 

Step 5: Cover and cook on low 25-30 minutes.

Step 6: Add toppings. I usually add avocado, shrimp and feta. 

Enjoy!