EASY JALAPEÑO SHRIMP VEGGIE BAKE {LOW CARB}

I am convinced that when you combine fresh produce with herbs, spices, a little bit of butter to create a VEGGIE bake MAGIC can happen! Magic as is in…. you can get your Non VEGGIE loving family to actually eat veggies because it tastes so fresh and good.

EASY JALAPEÑO SHRIMP VEGGIE BAKE {LOW CARB};

INGREDIENTS

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• 10-15 medium shrimp (peeled, thawed)
• One large tomato (sliced 1/3 inch thick)
• 2 yellow squash and/or zucchini (sliced 1/4 inch thick)
• One jalapeño, sliced and deseeded. Or keep the seats for extra spice.
• 1/4 cup sliced red onion 
• 1/3 cup cream or coconut cream
• 2 eggs
• 1 tbsp melted butter or oil (butter works best for texture).
• 2 garlic cloves (1 tsp minced)
• 2 heaping tbsps gluten free starch or  1/4 cups gluten free flour (2 tbsp is using arrowroot or corn starch work best).If using almond flour or other gluten free flour, see notes)
• Sea salt and black pepper to taste (extra for serving) 
• 1/3 to 1/2 cup grated parmesan or nutritional yeast needing dairy free option. Feel free to add more for a cheesier topping if desired.
• 1/2 teaspoon chili pepper flakes or seasoning
• Cilantro and additional chili flakes for toppings and garnish

DIRECTIONS

1. First make sure your shrimp is peeled and thawed out. Preheat oven to 350F
2. Next make sure all your veggies are sliced and layer them evenly into a greased or oil baking dish or pan (casserole dish or cast iron dish work great). Place Shrimp on top or mixed within the veggie layers.
3. In small bowl, mix your cream, garlic, egg, starch, and butter or oil. Whisk together until smooth yellow mixture is form. 
4. Pour this evenly over your shrimp and veggie dish. Sprinkle your sea salt and black pepper over casserole dish followed by your grated parmesan, evenly.
5. Garnish with red pepper flakes. 
6. Place in oven and Bake at 350 Fahrenheit for 35-45 minutes, depending on your oven. Just want to make sure that your shrimp is cooked and your veggies are nice and tender. Check at 25-30 minutes to see progress. The shrimp will shrink while cooking.

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