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Shrimp and Rice Recipe

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 520
A flavorful and easy shrimp and rice dish with fresh lemon and herbs, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

Marinade

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced (divided)
  • 3 tablespoons chopped parsley (divided)
  • 1.5 teaspoons salt (divided)
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper (divided)
  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 1.5 cups long grain brown rice
  • 2.25 cups low-sodium vegetable broth

Instructions 

  • Mix 2 tbsp olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp parsley, ½ tsp salt, and ¼ tsp black pepper. Marinate shrimp for 30-60 minutes.
  • Heat remaining 1 tbsp olive oil in a large pot. Cook onions and garlic until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  • Stir in rice, remaining salt, and black pepper. Add vegetable broth, bring to a boil, then simmer covered for 40 minutes.
  • Arrange marinated shrimp on top of cooked rice, cover, and cook until shrimp turn opaque, about 5 minutes.
  • Serve warm with lemon wedges and garnish with remaining parsley.

Notes

Use fresh lemon for the best flavor and adjust cooking time for rice if needed.
Calories: 520kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: lemon, rice, shrimp