Easy Healthy Lemon Garlic Shrimp (View Print Version)

Succulent lemon garlic shrimp atop brown rice with fresh vegetables for a quick, healthy meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Shrimp

01 - 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 3 garlic cloves, minced
04 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
05 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
06 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
07 - Zest and juice of 1 medium lemon

→ Rice and Vegetables

08 - 2 cups cooked brown rice
09 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
10 - 1 cup cucumber, diced
11 - 1 avocado, diced
12 - 1/4 cup fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped

→ Garnish

13 - 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
14 - Lemon wedges for serving

# Method:

01 - Pat shrimp dry with paper towels. In a medium bowl, combine shrimp with olive oil, minced garlic, sea salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, lemon zest, and half the lemon juice. Toss until evenly coated.
02 - Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side until pink and opaque throughout. Remove from heat and drizzle with remaining lemon juice.
03 - While shrimp cooks, divide cooked brown rice evenly among 4 serving bowls. Layer each bowl with halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, diced avocado, and fresh herbs.
04 - Arrange hot seared shrimp over each bowl. Drizzle with Greek yogurt if desired and serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 15 minutes from start to finish
  • Packed with lean protein and fresh vegetables for a balanced meal
  • Naturally gluten-free and dairy-free (without the optional yogurt)
  • Bursting with bright, zesty lemon and garlic flavor
  • Easily customizable with your favorite grains and veggies
  • Perfect for meal prep—simply store components separately and assemble when ready
02 -
  • Use a large nonstick skillet and avoid overcrowding to get a nice sear on the shrimp
  • Pat shrimp completely dry before seasoning for the best texture
  • Prep all your vegetables while the rice is cooking to save time
  • Add half the lemon juice during cooking and reserve the rest for a fresh finish
  • Store components separately for meal prep to keep vegetables crisp
  • Swap brown rice for cauliflower rice to make this dish keto-friendly
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