Easy Lemon Herb Shrimp Rice Bowl
A delightful dish featuring tender shrimp, aromatic herbs, and zesty lemon served over soft rice. Perfect for a quick and nutritious meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined Fresh shrimp is recommended for best flavor
- 2 cups cooked rice Use your preferred type of rice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large lemon, juiced Adjust juice amount to preference
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh herbs (parsley, dill, or basil), chopped Feel free to mix herbs
- to taste Salt and pepper
Instructions
Cooking
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add shrimp to the skillet and cook until pink and opaque, about 3-5 minutes.
- Stir in lemon juice, lemon zest, and chopped herbs.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the shrimp mixture over cooked rice.
Notes
You can customize this shrimp bowl by adding vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas. For a different protein, consider chicken or tofu.