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Low-Carb Grilled Shrimp Lettuce Wraps

Delicious Low-Carb Grilled Shrimp Lettuce Wraps recipe with step-by-step instructions.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 1175 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the corn salad

  • 4 ears corn
  • 1 bunch scallions, sliced
  • 1/2 bunch cilantro, chopped
  • 3 tbsp olive oil (I use California Olive Ranch for its peppery finish)
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar (I prefer Marukan for the best acidity balance)
  • 3 limes, juiced
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 cup feta (crumbled into 1/4-inch pieces for even distribution)

For the shrimp and wraps

  • 1 lb shrimp (peeled and deveined before grilling)
  • 1.5 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 head Bibb lettuce (carefully separated into whole leaves for filling)

Instructions
 

  • Start by separating the Bibb lettuce leaves carefully and set them aside on a clean kitchen towel—this prevents them from wilting and makes assembly effortless. While you're prepping, bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the corn for 3-6 minutes until tender-crisp. Once cooked, drain and let it cool slightly, then cut the kernels from the cob into a bowl. Chop the cilantro, slice the scallions, and crumble the feta into roughly 1/4-inch pieces so they distribute evenly throughout the filling.
  • To the bowl of corn kernels, add the scallions, cilantro, 3 tablespoons of olive oil, rice vinegar, juice from all 3 limes, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, and the crumbled feta. Toss gently to combine, and taste for seasoning—I like to add a small pinch of extra salt here if needed, as the feta is already salty. In a separate bowl, combine the cumin, 1/2 teaspoon salt, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels, then toss with 1.5 tablespoons olive oil and the spice mixture until evenly coated.
  • Heat your grill to high heat for about 5 minutes, then lower it to medium-high—this prevents the shrimp from burning on the outside before the inside cooks through. Grill the seasoned shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until they're opaque and have beautiful char marks. I like to let them sit undisturbed on the first side so they develop that caramelized crust that adds so much flavor. Transfer to a plate once cooked.
  • Lay out the Bibb lettuce leaves on a serving platter. Spoon a portion of the corn mixture from Step 2 into each leaf, then top with 1-2 grilled shrimp. Serve immediately while the shrimp is still warm and the lettuce is cool and crisp for that perfect textural contrast.