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Garlic Butter Shrimp Rice Bowl

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 550
A flavorful and easy-to-make rice bowl featuring garlic butter shrimp, fresh vegetables, and aromatic rice, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 1 lb shrimp (large, peeled & deveined)

Dairy & Oils

  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Vegetables

  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 0.5 cup green peas
  • 1 cup spinach (fresh)

Herbs & Seasonings

  • 1 tbsp parsley (chopped)
  • 1 tsp lemon juice (optional but recommended)
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp paprika (optional)

Carbohydrates

  • 2 cups white rice (cooked, jasmine works great)

Additional

  • 1 cup fresh spinach

Instructions 

  • Cook rice according to package instructions and fluff.
  • Sauté broccoli until tender, add peas and spinach, cook until wilted, season lightly.
  • Heat olive oil and 1 tbsp butter, cook shrimp 1-2 mins per side, add remaining butter and garlic, cook 30-60 secs, then add parsley, lemon juice, salt, pepper, paprika.
  • Assemble bowl: add rice, top with veggies, shrimp, and drizzle garlic butter from pan.
  • Optional: sprinkle parmesan, add chili flakes, drizzle garlic aioli, or add avocado slices.

Notes

For extra flavor, squeeze fresh lemon over the dish before serving.
Calories: 550kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: shrimp