They are low in fat and calories!

Shrimp are the ideal food for people who have a diet to lose weight, because one of the shrimp properties It is its low fat content.

Various studies suggest that shrimp have low levels of cholesterol, for example, 100 grams of this crustacean contains 100 milligrams of cholesterol, which represents one third of what is found in an egg.

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In accordance with Glenys Andrade de Pasquier, researcher of the National Fund for Agricultural Research (FONAIAP), of Venezuela, the nutritive property of the shrimp changes according to the food, geographic location, spice and age; however, they are all rich in protein.

 

They are low in fat and calories!

They are even low in calories (100 grams of these contain between 90 and 100 calories), as well as in fats (between 0.5 to one gram per 100 grams of shrimp); however, these properties change with the type of cooking, that is, if they are fried in oil or sautéed in butter.

The specialist details that shrimp fats are polyunsaturated; In addition, other benefits that contribute to health are the Omega-3 fatty acids, calcium and phosphorus.

 

Shrimp cocktail with marinade

So that you can fully enjoy the properties of this seafood, chef Many Muñoz shares the following recipe for a shrimp cocktail with marinade

Ingredients

  1. 500 grams of clean shisha shrimp
  2. A stalk of celery sliced ​​in julienne
  3. A cucumber seedless and julienne
  4. A tomato without seed and thin julienne
  5. Three tablespoons finely chopped onion
  6. A finely chopped garlic clove
  7. Two spoonfuls chopped coriander
  8. A quarter cup of ketchup
  9. Three tablespoons lemon juice
  10. A spoonful marinade sauce (juice from the marinated chipotles)
  11. Two tablespoons of water

Then follow the whole procedure step by step with the guide Many Muñoz, in the program Cocinemos Juntos, of Cadena 3.

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Because it is rich in antioxidant minerals such as selenium, shrimp is very useful to prevent the development of cardiovascular diseases, type 2 diabetes, alterations in cognitive function and depression.

Do not forget that it is very important to combine a balanced diet with good hydration and the practice of some physical activity. And you, how many times a week do you consume some type of seafood or fish?