Easy Healthy Lemon Garlic Shrimp (Print Version)

Zesty shrimp sautéed with garlic, served over brown rice with fresh veggies and herbs for a 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 & 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 & Sauce

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

# How-To Steps:

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 of the lemon juice. Toss until evenly coated.
02 - Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until shrimp turn pink and opaque. Transfer to a plate and drizzle with remaining lemon juice.
03 - Divide cooked brown rice evenly among 4 serving bowls. Top each bowl with halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, diced avocado, and fresh chopped parsley or cilantro.
04 - Arrange cooked shrimp over the vegetable and rice mixture in each bowl. Drizzle with Greek yogurt if desired and serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Lightning-fast preparation—from start to finish in just 15 minutes
  • Packed with lean protein, healthy fats, and wholesome vegetables
  • Naturally gluten-free and dairy-free, with easy low-carb options
  • Bright, zesty flavors that feel restaurant-quality at home
  • Minimal cleanup with just one skillet and simple prep
  • Perfect for meal prep—components can be prepared ahead and assembled fresh
02 -
  • Buy shrimp that are already peeled and deveined to save precious prep time
  • Toast your spices (like smoked paprika) briefly in the dry pan before adding shrimp for deeper flavor
  • Zest the lemon before juicing—it's much easier and you won't waste any of that aromatic oil
  • Use a large skillet to give shrimp enough space to sear rather than steam
  • Prep all vegetables while the rice cooks to maximize efficiency
  • For meal prep, store components separately and assemble just before eating to keep vegetables crisp
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