Seared Garlic Lemon Shrimp with Jasmine Rice and Veggies
Juicy garlic-seared shrimp served over fluffy jasmine rice with steamed tender broccoli and bell pepper. A ultra-lean, high-protein evening dish crafted without dairy or added oils.
Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
20 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Daniela + Lila
Daniela created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
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Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
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Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
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More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
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Prep
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10 min
Total
20 min
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Cook 0.5 cup of jasmine rice according to package directions using water and a pinch of salt if desired, then set aside covered.
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Cut 0.5 red bell pepper into bite-sized pieces and separate 1 cup of broccoli into small florets.
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Place a steaming basket in a pot…
Place a steaming basket in a pot over 1 inch (2.5cm) of boiling water, add the broccoli and red bell pepper, cover, and steam for 4 to 5 minutes until tender-crisp and bright in color.
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Heat 0.5 tsp of olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
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Pat 220g of raw shrimp dry with…
Pat 220g of raw shrimp dry with paper towels, then add to the skillet in a single layer along with 2 minced garlic cloves.
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Sear shrimp for 2 to 3 minutes…
Sear shrimp for 2 to 3 minutes per side until pink, opaque, and cooked through.
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Remove skillet from heat and drizzle with…
Remove skillet from heat and drizzle with 1 tbsp of lemon juice.
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Plate the jasmine rice alongside the steamed…
Plate the jasmine rice alongside the steamed vegetables and top with the warm seared shrimp.
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Serve immediately and store any leftovers in…
Serve immediately and store any leftovers in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
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