Shrimp Scampi Nourish Bowl
A vibrant and wholesome Shrimp Scampi Nourish Bowl featuring succulent garlic-butter shrimp atop a bed of fresh vegetables and grains, perfect for a nutritious and satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 cup dry white wine or chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1 cup steamed broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Increase heat to medium-high and add shrimp to the skillet, cooking until pink and opaque, about 2 minutes per side.
- Pour in white wine (or chicken broth), lemon juice, and red pepper flakes; simmer for 2 minutes to reduce slightly.
- Stir in the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter until melted and sauce is well combined. Season with salt and pepper.
- In bowls, arrange cooked quinoa, steamed broccoli, cherry tomatoes, and spinach.
- Top veggies and quinoa with the shrimp and drizzle the scampi sauce over the bowl.
- Sprinkle Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley on top before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, serve with toasted garlic bread or sprinkle toasted pine nuts over the bowl for added texture.
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