Dinner: Spicy Shrimp Sliders

Lay off the greasy burgers and lighten up, with this spicy take on the classic slider made with fresh, succulent shrimp.

This recipe includes superfoods such as:

Lemon, Basil

Health benefits of Spicy Shrimp Sliders

Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to. Lemons are also rich in vitamin C, flavonoids, and other antioxidants. They can potentially support the immune system and have other health benefits. Lemons also have a low glycemic index, so they should not cause a rapid rise in blood sugar when consumed in natural form. Basil is an excellent stress reliever, and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.

Ingredients

1 lemon
2 tbsp. juice
2 medium carrots
1/4 c. basil
1/4 c. mayo
1 tbsp. Dijon mustard
3 clove garlic
1 tsp. smoked paprika
3/4 c. Italian bread crumbs
salt
Pepper
Slider buns

Instructions

Grate peel from 1 lemon into large bowl. Squeeze lemon juice into medium bowl, stir in shredded carrots, chopped basil, mayo, Dijon mustard, and a pinch of salt.
In processor, pulse 1 1/4 pounds cleaned shrimp until chopped, stirring occasionally. Transfer three-fourths of shrimp to bowl with peel; process remaining until mostly smooth and add to same bowl.
Add crushed garlic, smoked paprika, 1/4 cup Italian bread crumbs, and 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Gently mix with hands; shape into twelve 1/2-inch-thick patties and coat with 1/2 cup bread crumbs.
In 12-inch skillet, heat oil on medium-high until hot. Cook patties, in batches, 2 minutes per side or until cooked through, adjusting heat as necessary. Serve on slider buns with carrot slaw.

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