Caribbean Jerk Shrimp with Pineapple and Peppers
Jamaican jerk seasoning gives tender shrimp and roasted red peppers, red onion, and jalapeño a warm, spicy kick, balanced by sweet pineapple and fresh cilantro. Served over brown rice with lime wedges, this colorful one-pan meal is quick enough for a weeknight yet festive enough for a casual gathering.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Caribbean Jerk Shrimp with Pineapple and Peppers, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 54 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 15 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 90 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 72
- Heart Health
- 74
- Metabolic
- 60
- Digestive
- 50
- Inflammatory
- 65
- Performance
- 64
- General Wellness
- 1
Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Line two 10x15-inch baking pans with foil.
- 2
Peel and devein shrimp, leaving tails intact if desired. Rinse shrimp and pat dry.
- 3
Gently toss the shrimp with pineapple, bell peppers, red onion, jalapeño, oil, and jerk seasoning in a large bowl. Divide the mixture between the prepared pans.
- 4
Roast in the preheated oven until shrimp are opaque, about 15 minutes.
- 5
Sprinkle with cilantro and serve with brown rice and lime wedges.
- Calories 672.57 kcal High 34%
- Protein 45.13 g Good Source 90%
- Carbohydrate 107.37 g 39%
- Total Fat 11.18 g Moderate 14%
- Saturated Fat 1.12 g Moderate 6%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 273.85 mg High 91%
- Sodium 345.77 mg Moderate 15%
- Dietary Fiber 8.22 g Good Source 29%
- Total Sugars 15.32 g --
- Added Sugars 0.45 g Low Source 1%
- Calcium 155.02 mg Moderate 12%
- Iron 3.8 mg Good Source 21%
- Potassium 1118.78 mg Good Source 24%
- Vitamin A 67.11 mcg Low Source 7%
- Vitamin C 131.42 mg Good Source 146%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Shellfish 🦐
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Caribbean Jerk Shrimp with Pineapple and Peppers is made with 12 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 35 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Brown Rice, Fresh Cilantro, Jalapeño Pepper, and Jerk Seasoning. Each serving provides about 672.57 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Caribbean Jerk Shrimp with Pineapple and Peppers made of?
- The main ingredients are Brown Rice, Fresh Cilantro, Jalapeño Pepper, Jerk Seasoning, Large Shrimp. The full list of 12 is above.
- How long does it take to make Caribbean Jerk Shrimp with Pineapple and Peppers?
- About 35 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 672.57 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Caribbean Jerk Shrimp with Pineapple and Peppers easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 12 ingredients and 5 steps.
- Is Caribbean Jerk Shrimp with Pineapple and Peppers healthy?
- Caribbean Jerk Shrimp with Pineapple and Peppers has an easyChef Pro health score of 53/100. Per serving, it provides 672.57 calories and 45.13 g of protein, or 90% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, iron, potassium and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 345.77 mg (15% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 1.12 g (6% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Shellfish and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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