This diet-friendly shrimp and rice recipe provides a delicious and nutritious dinner option. Tender shrimp are served with healthy brown rice and a variety of fresh vegetables, creating a balanced and satisfying meal. The dish is lightly seasoned with garlic, soy sauce and a little sweetness from honey or maple syrup, ensuring great flavor without excess calories. With its high protein content and high-fiber ingredients, this recipe is satisfying and supports a healthy lifestyle. Enjoy a healthy dinner that is as nutritious as it is delicious.
Ingredients:
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 cups cooked brown rice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup sliced carrots
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional garnishes: sliced green onions, sesame seeds
Instructions:
1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and diced onion, and sauté until fragrant and translucent, about 2-3 minutes.
2. Add bell pepper, broccoli, and carrots to the skillet. Cook for another 5 minutes, or until vegetables are tender-crisp.
3. Push vegetables to one side of the skillet and add shrimp to the empty space. Cook shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until pink and cooked through.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey or maple syrup, and sesame oil. Pour the sauce over the shrimp and vegetables in the skillet.
5. Stir everything together and let it simmer for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
6. Add cooked brown rice to the skillet and toss everything together until well combined. Cook for another 2 minutes to heat the rice through.
7. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds if desired.
8. Serve hot and enjoy your healthy shrimp and rice dinner.
