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Vibrant Zesty Shrimp Scampi Nourish Bowl

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A quick, healthy, and flavorful shrimp scampi nourish bowl featuring zesty lemon-garlic shrimp, fresh veggies, and wholesome grains. Perfect for a light yet satisfying dinner or lunch.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined (wild-caught if possible)
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • Juice of 1 large lemon (about 3 tablespoons), freshly squeezed
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2 cups baby spinach, fresh and washed
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 2 cups cooked quinoa, brown rice, or cauliflower rice
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook the grains: Rinse quinoa or brown rice thoroughly. Use about 4 cups water for quinoa or 3 1/2 cups water for brown rice. Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer for 15 minutes (quinoa) or 40 minutes (brown rice) until tender. Fluff with a fork and set aside.
  2. Prepare the shrimp: Pat shrimp dry with a paper towel. Season lightly with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Sauté garlic and shrimp: Add minced garlic to hot oil and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2 minutes on one side until pink and slightly golden. Flip shrimp and cook another 1-2 minutes until opaque and cooked through. Remove shrimp and set aside.
  4. Cook the veggies: In the same skillet, add halved cherry tomatoes and cook for 2-3 minutes until they start to soften and release juices. Toss in baby spinach and cook for 1-2 minutes until wilted.
  5. Make the zesty sauce: Lower heat to medium. Add lemon juice and red pepper flakes to the skillet. Stir to combine with garlic oil and veggies. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  6. Combine everything: Return shrimp to the skillet, tossing gently to coat in the lemon-garlic sauce. Add chopped parsley and stir through.
  7. Assemble the nourish bowl: Spoon cooked grains into serving bowls. Top with the shrimp and veggie mixture. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan if using.
  8. Final touches: Garnish with extra parsley or lemon wedges if desired. Serve warm.

Notes

Avoid overcooking shrimp to prevent rubbery texture; they are done when pink and opaque. Use fresh lemon juice for best flavor. You can swap grains and veggies based on preference or season. For dairy-free, omit Parmesan or use plant-based cheese. Leftovers keep well for up to 2 days; store grains and shrimp separately to avoid sogginess.

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