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Irresistible Shrimp Scampi Nourish Bowl Recipe for Snow Day Comfort

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A cozy and nourishing shrimp scampi bowl layered with quinoa, fresh veggies, and a garlicky butter sauce, perfect for warming up on a cold day.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined (wild-caught if possible)
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter, divided
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 cups cooked quinoa or brown rice
  • 1 cup steamed broccoli florets
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup shredded carrots
  • 1 ripe avocado, sliced
  • Optional toppings: toasted pine nuts or slivered almonds, grated Parmesan cheese, extra lemon wedges

Instructions

  1. Cook the quinoa or rice: Rinse 1 cup quinoa under cold water. Combine with 2 cups water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
  2. Prepare the veggies: Steam 1 cup broccoli florets until bright green and tender-crisp, about 5 minutes, or roast at 425°F for 15 minutes with olive oil and salt. Halve cherry tomatoes, shred carrots, and slice avocado just before serving.
  3. Cook the shrimp scampi: Heat 2 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes; sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Add shrimp in a single layer, season with salt and pepper. Cook 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
  4. Add lemon and finish sauce: Squeeze lemon juice over shrimp, add remaining 2 tbsp butter, and stir until melted, coating shrimp in sauce. Sprinkle chopped parsley and adjust seasoning.
  5. Assemble the nourish bowl: Layer quinoa or rice in bowls. Arrange broccoli, cherry tomatoes, shredded carrots, and avocado slices on top. Spoon shrimp and garlic butter sauce over the bowl.
  6. Optional toppings: Garnish with toasted pine nuts or slivered almonds and Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately with extra lemon wedges.

Notes

Do not overcook shrimp to avoid rubbery texture; they are done when opaque and slightly curled. Prepping veggies while grain cooks saves time. For dairy-free, substitute butter with olive oil and skip Parmesan cheese.

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