BLACKENED SHRIMP WITH TOMATOES

1/2 lb (approximately 24) small raw shrimp with tails, peeled

1 1/2 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp olive oil
1/2 cup sliced and separated small red onion
1 1/2 cups grape tomatoes, halved
Lemon wedges, optional

In a small bowl combine the paprika, garlic powder, Italian seasoning and black pepper.  Place the mixture into a zip-lock type food bag and add the shrimp.  Seal bag and shake bag well to coat the shrimp.

Coat a large (preferably cast iron) skillet with nonstick cooking spray and heat over medium-high heat.  Add the oil to the hot skillet then add the shrimp.  Cook shrimp, turning occasionally, for 4 to 5 minutes or until the shrimp are pink and opaque. 

Add the red onion and the tomatoes to the shrimp and cook, gently stirring often, for a minute or so until the tomatoes are hot and the onion is wilted.

Serve with the lemon wedges, if desired.

Note: This recipe makes 4 servings each having 13 g protein to 5 g carbohydrates making it ideal for diabetics.  Each serving is around 112 calories and less than 1 gram saturated fat.

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