Love egg rolls but not the greasy, fried outside? Make an egg roll in a bowl instead! This easy deconstructed shrimp egg roll recipe is ready in just 15 minutes and couldn’t be any easier for a quick weeknight meal.

Nutrition Tip: Not only is shrimp packed with high-quality protein, but it’s also rich in a key mineral that is needed to prevent cell damage; selenium.

Eggrolls are one of the most delicious fried foods on the planet. But, the problem is, they are greasy and fried… The fat content somewhat kills any health benefits you enjoy from the ingredients that are inside.

How can you enjoy all the health benefits and the yummy flavors without all the fat content that comes with a fried food?

Enter our Shrimp Egg Roll in a Bowl recipe!

All the flavor without the guilt! At any time of the year, this dish will be something that is tasty and delicious. Here a just a few benefits of whipping it up:

  • It’s affordable – especially when you take advantage of shopping the sales, and buying shrimp when it’s in season (or frozen when it’s not!)
  • It’s filled with all the great flavors you want in an egg roll without all the grease, and
  • It takes mere minutes to throw together and you’ll be chowing down!

So, what’s in the dish? We’re so glad you asked!

Our shrimp egg roll in a bowl recipe features olive oil, garlic, shrimp, green onion, and two Asian chopped salad kits.

Related: If you love shrimp, you’ll love our sheet pan shrimp fajitas!

Shrimp is So Good for You!

Shrimp Held with Chopsticks for Egg Roll in a Bowl

Shrimp is a low-calorie, low-fat protein source that is also rich in omega-3 fatty acids. Just 3 ounces of shrimp provides over 18 grams of protein and only 84 calories.

In addition to being a great source of protein, shrimp is also packed with health benefits. Shrimp is a good source of omega-3 fatty acids, which are known to improve heart health and reduce inflammation. Additionally, shrimp is a good source of selenium, a mineral that helps protect the body against cellular damage.

Asian Chopped Salad Kits Are Filled with Nutrients Too!

Most Asian chopped salad kits feature cabbage, carrots, green onion, and celery. Many also have toasted almonds, and crispy wontons.

Cabbage is a nutrient-dense vegetable that offers numerous health benefits. Just one cup of cabbage provides over 80% of the recommended daily amount of vitamin K and nearly half the recommended amount of vitamin C. Cabbage is also a good source of fiber, which can promote digestive health, and it contains antioxidants that may help protect against some chronic diseases.

Eating cabbage may also offer some unique benefits. For instance, compounds in cabbage can bind to cancer-causing chemicals in the body and help reduce their levels. Additionally, research suggests that eating cabbage may promote heart health by helping to lower blood pressure and cholesterol levels.

Overall, adding cabbage to your diet is a simple way to increase your intake of important vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. including those that offer unique protective effects against chronic diseases.

Carrots are one of the most popular vegetables because they taste great and are packed with nutrients too. They are a good source of vitamins, minerals, and fiber. Carrots also contain carotenoids, which are compounds that can help protect against some types of cancer.

Carrots for Shrimp Egg Roll in a Bowl

Carrots are low in calories and fat, and they can help you feel full. This makes them a great food to eat if you’re trying to lose weight or maintain a healthy weight. Carrots are also a good source of antioxidants, which can help reduce the risk of some chronic diseases.

Celery is often called a negative-calorie food because it takes more calories to eat and digest than the celery itself contains. Celery is also rich in water and fiber, both of which help to keep you hydrated and regular.

Celery is a good source of vitamin A as well as vitamins C and K. If that wasn’t enough, it’s also got folic acid and potassium in it! It also contains calcium and magnesium, which are important for bone health. The antioxidants in celery can help to protect your cells from damage.

Eating celery may help to lower blood pressure and cholesterol levels, and it has been shown to reduce the risk of some types of cancer. So adding this crunchy vegetable to your diet may have some serious health benefits!

Finally, there’s green onion and almonds. Green onion and almonds are two foods that offer a plethora of health benefits.

Green onion is a good source of chromium, which helps regulate blood sugar levels. It is also a natural antibiotic and can help fight off infection. Almonds are rich in antioxidants, which help protect cells from damage. They are also a good source of fiber, magnesium, and vitamin E.

Bottom Line – Our shrimp egg roll in a bowl recipe is a powerhouse of great flavors and great nutrition.

You can’t go wrong with this delicious combination. It has just the right ingredients to give you all the flavor, but without all the fat of a traditional eggroll. It’s perfect for meal planning, and can easily be doubled or tripled to feed a larger group. And, if you don’t like shrimp, you can easily swap in another protein. Enjoy!

Shrimp Egg Roll in a Bowl

Amber Gray
Love egg rolls but not the greasy, fried outside? Make an egg roll in a bowl instead! This easy deconstructed shrimp egg roll recipe is ready in just 15 minutes and couldn’t be any easier for a quick weeknight meal.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course 5 ingredients or less
Servings 6
Calories 213 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 pound medium peeled deveined shrimp
  • 2 packages Asian Chopped Salad Kit (save 1 packet of dressing for later)
  • 1 green onion sliced

Instructions
 

  • Heat olive in large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and cook until fragrant. Add shrimp and cook 4-5 minutes, or until pink and cooked through. Add 1 packet dressing from salad kit and cook until sauce thickens. Add salad kit contents and cook 3 minutes, or until cabbage is tender.
  • Remove from heat. Divide into 4 bowls. Top with green onions.

Nutrition

Calories: 213kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 19gFat: 13gCholesterol: 147mgSodium: 423mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5g
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