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Garlic Butter Shrimp with Broccoli Rice

Garlic Butter Shrimp with Broccoli Rice for a Healthy Dinner

A quick and healthy Garlic Butter Shrimp with Broccoli Rice dish that is both gluten-free and low-carb, perfect for impressing on busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Quick Meals
Cuisine: International
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Large Shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced Fresh garlic is key
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Can substitute with olive oil
For the Broccoli Rice
  • 3 cups Broccoli Florets Fresh or store-bought
Optional Add-Ins
  • to taste Red Pepper Flakes For heat
  • to taste Fresh Herbs (Parsley or Cilantro) For garnish
For Serving
  • 1 whole Lemon, cut into wedges For enhancing flavor

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Food Processor

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Chop fresh broccoli florets and pulse in a food processor until it resembles rice grains, then set aside.
  2. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a skillet over medium heat, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
  3. Add the shrimp to the skillet, seasoning with salt and red pepper flakes, and cook until pink and opaque.
  4. Stir in the broccoli rice into the skillet, cover, and let steam for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Adjust seasonings if needed, garnish with fresh herbs, and serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 90mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Customize with additional vegetables or protein such as chicken or tofu. Ensure to cook shrimp just until pink to avoid rubbery texture.

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