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Shrimp and Broccoli Rice

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  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Diet: Paleo

Description

A quick and nutritious dish combining tender shrimp with riced broccoli, bursting with flavor and ideal for busy weeknights.


Ingredients

  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 cups broccoli, riced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • Fresh parsley, for garnish


Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  3. Add shrimp to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook until shrimp are pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  4. Stir in riced broccoli and cook for an additional 5 minutes until tender.
  5. Squeeze lemon juice over the dish and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

For added flavor, consider marinating the shrimp in lemon juice, olive oil, and garlic before cooking.