Spicy Citrus Shrimp and Black Bean Tacos with Orange-Avocado Salsa - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Dinner

This Spicy Citrus Shrimp and Black Bean Tacos with Orange-Avocado Salsa is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Toss an easy and refreshing salsa to top sizzling shrimp in crisp taco shells.

Ingredients

2 tablespoons blackened seasoning (from 2.5-oz container)
1 tablespoon CRISCO® 100% Extra Virgin or Pure Olive Oil
1/4 cup sweet orange marmalade
1 lb uncooked medium shrimp (about 32 shrimp), thawed if frozen, peeled and deveined, tails removed
2 ripe medium avocados, pitted, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 small orange, peeled, chopped
1 small jalapeño chile, seeded, finely chopped
1/4 cup chopped red onion
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1 can (15 oz) Progresso™ black beans, drained, rinsed
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
8 Old El Paso™ Stand ‘N Stuff® taco shells (from 4.7-oz box)
2 cups shredded Cheddar-Monterey Jack cheese blend (8 oz)

Instructions

Reserve 1 teaspoon of the blackened seasoning. In large resealable food-storage plastic bag, place oil, marmalade and remaining blackened seasoning; seal bag and shake. Add shrimp; seal bag and mix well. Refrigerate at least 30 minutes but no longer than 24 hours.
Meanwhile, in medium bowl, gently toss avocados, orange, chile, onion and cilantro until mixed. Cover; set aside.
In food processor bowl with metal blade, place reserved 1 teaspoon blackened seasoning, the black beans, cumin and lime juice. Cover; process with on-and-off pulses until mixed and beans are coarsely chopped.
Heat oven to 350 °F. Place taco shells on cookie sheet. Divide bean mixture evenly among shells. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake 6 to 8 minutes or until cheese is melted.
Meanwhile, spray large skillet with CRISCO® Original No-Stick Cooking Spray; heat over medium-high heat. Add shrimp; cook 3 to 5 minutes, turning once, until pink. Remove taco shells from oven; place 4 cooked shrimp in each shell. Top with avocado salsa.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Spicy Citrus Shrimp and Black Bean Tacos with Orange-Avocado Salsa good for PCOS?

Yes, this Spicy Citrus Shrimp and Black Bean Tacos with Orange-Avocado Salsa recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Dinner with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Dinner. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

How do I fit this recipe into a PCOS meal plan?

This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 4 servings, making it great for meal prep. For a complete weekly plan tailored to your PCOS type, take our free 60-second quiz at pcosmealplanner.com/pcos-quiz to get a personalized 7-day meal plan.

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