Garlic Lemon Basil Shrimp with Broccoli and Corn
Juicy shrimp sautéed with sweet corn, broccoli florets, fresh garden basil, and garlic in a bright lemon-olive oil sauce. A colorful, high-protein weeknight meal that comes together in under 20 minutes.
Prep
10 min
Cook
8 min
Total
18 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Julia + Lila
Julia 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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Clearer, simpler choices
Let the recipe do the thinking
Clear steps and a complete plate mean fewer decisions when focus is in short supply—and a more substantial meal once you are done.
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Prep
10 min
Cook
8 min
Total
18 min
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Equipment
Large skillet
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Instructions
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Next: Place a large skillet on the stove…
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Place a large skillet on the stove…
Place a large skillet on the stove over medium-high heat and add 1 tbsp of olive oil. Heat for 1 to 2 minutes until the oil shimmers.
Look for: the oil shimmers
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Add 0.5 cups of broccoli florets and 0.5 cups of corn kernels to the skillet. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the broccoli turns bright green and is tender-crisp.
Look for: the broccoli turns bright green and is tender-crisp
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Push the vegetables to the edges of…
Push the vegetables to the edges of the pan to clear a space in the center. Add 150g of raw shrimp and 1 pcs of garlic clove to the middle of the skillet.
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Cook the shrimp for 2 to 3…
Cook the shrimp for 2 to 3 minutes per side without moving them excessively, until they turn completely pink, opaque, and reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
Look for: they turn completely pink, opaque, and reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C)
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Pour 1 tbsp of lemon juice into…
Pour 1 tbsp of lemon juice into the skillet and toss all ingredients together to combine and coat evenly with the pan juices.
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Remove the skillet from heat
Remove the skillet from heat. Stir in 0.25 cups of chopped fresh basil leaves and 0.25 tsp of dried oregano.
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Transfer the hot sautéed shrimp and vegetable…
Transfer the hot sautéed shrimp and vegetable mixture to a serving plate and enjoy immediately. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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