Lemony Shrimp over Brown Rice Recipe

This recipe combines succulent shrimp with a zesty lemon sauce, served over nutty brown rice for a nutritious and flavorful meal. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a special weekend meal with loved ones.

Ingredients

• 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 cups cooked brown rice
• 1 lemon, juiced and zested
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
3. Add shrimp to the skillet and season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
4. Cook shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until they turn pink and opaque.
5. Add lemon juice and zest to the skillet, stirring to coat the shrimp.
6. Serve shrimp over a bed of cooked brown rice, garnish with fresh parsley.

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