Lemon Garlic Shrimp Bowl with Brown Rice & Veggies
A healthy and quick meal featuring shrimp, brown rice, and vibrant vegetables in a zesty lemon-garlic sauce.
Ingredients
For the Shrimp and Base
- 6-8 large large shrimp, peeled and deveined Fresh or thawed if previously frozen.
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp lemon juice Freshly squeezed for best flavor.
- 1/2 cup cooked brown rice Cooked as per package instructions.
For the Veggies
- 1/2 cup steamed broccoli
- 1/4 piece avocado, sliced
- 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- to taste Salt & pepper To enhance flavor.
- for garnish Fresh cilantro
Instructions
Cooking Brown Rice
- Rinse 1/4 cup of brown rice and cook it in 1/2 cup of water until tender (about 25-30 minutes). Set aside.
Cooking Shrimp and Vegetables
- Season the shrimp with salt, pepper, garlic, olive oil, and lemon juice.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Steam the broccoli until tender.
- Slice the avocado and cherry tomatoes.
Assembling the Bowl
- Start with brown rice as the base. Arrange the cooked shrimp, broccoli, avocado, and cherry tomatoes on top.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and drizzle with extra lemon juice.
Notes
For added flavor, marinate the shrimp for 15-30 minutes before cooking. You can replace shrimp with chicken or tofu. Add more veggies like bell peppers or carrots for variety.