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Garlic Shrimp Meal Prep Bowl

Easy to make sauteed garlic shrimp recipe with a side of cilantro lime rice.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
55 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 597 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Cilantro lime rice:
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion grated
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 Cups brown rice
  • 2 Cups low sodium chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoon s fresh lime juice
  • ¼ teaspoon sea salt
  • ¼ Cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • Zest of 1/2 lime
Shrimp:
  • 2 tablespoon s olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • Zest of 1/2 lime
  • 12 Jumbo Shrimp peeled and deveined
Optional add-ins:
  • 1 Cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 jalapeno peppers seeded and diced
  • Extra cilantro, to taste
  • lime slices or wedges

Instructions

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  1. Start by cooking rice. Wash the rice in a fine-mesh strainer under cold running water, repeating the process until the water is clear.
  2. Heat oil in a pot over medium-high heat. Sauté the onion and garlic for 2-3 minutes. Add rice, broth, and salt, mix well and bring to boil.
  3. Once the rice starts to bubble immediately reduce the heat and let simmer on low until the liquid is cooked off.
  4. Meanwhile, prepare the shrimps. In a medium skillet heat oil until shimmering. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
  5. Add shrimps in a single layer, sprinkle with salt and pepper; cook for about 2-3 minutes until shrimps are opaque and cooked through.
  6. Remove from the heat and set aside. Once the rice is cooked, remove from the heat, stir in lime juice, zest, and 2 tablespoons of cilantro, fluffing the rice with a fork.
  7. Divide the rice among 4 glass containers, then add the garlic shrimp next to it. Add in optional toppings if desired, then place the lid on and refrigerate for up to 3-4 days.
  8. You can serve the cilantro lime shrimp bowl cold or heat, either way, it's delicious.

Notes

  • Substitutes:
  • Storage:
  • Place in a container and store in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. Reheat in the microwave when ready to eat. You can freeze for up to 3 months.
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  • You may use instant pre-cooked rice to save on some cooking time
  • For a low carb option, use this cilantro lime cauliflower rice recipe instead.
  • You may swap the shrimps for any other protein like chicken.
  • You can serve the cilantro lime shrimp bowl cold or heated, either way. Remove tomatoes before you reheat or add them when ready to serve.
  • Use lemons if you don't have lime.
  • Frozen shrimp is also fine to use.
  • Any broth works in place of chicken broth, or water

Nutrition Information

Calories 597kcal (30%) Carbohydrates 81g (27%) Protein 33g (66%) Fat 16g (25%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Cholesterol 212mg (71%) Sodium 1432mg (60%) Potassium 662mg (19%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 590IU (12%) Vitamin C 18mg (20%) Calcium 142mg (14%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 597

% Daily Value*

Calories 597kcal 30%
Carbohydrates 81g 27%
Protein 33g 66%
Fat 16g 25%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 212mg 71%
Sodium 1432mg 60%
Potassium 662mg 14%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 590IU 12%
Vitamin C 18mg 20%
Calcium 142mg 14%
Iron 3mg 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.