Description
The Herb Bliss Shrimp & Rice Bowl is the ultimate ‘glow-up’ for your weekly meal prep. Featuring succulent shrimp over a bed of creamy, herb-infused brown rice, it uses a vibrant Vegan Green Goddess dressing made from avocado and fresh herbs for a light yet satisfying finish.
Ingredients
The Bowl Components
- 1 cup brown rice, dry
- 32 shrimp, thawed, tails-off, and deveined
- 4 cups baby spinach
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
Vegan Green Goddess Dressing
- 1 large ripe avocado
- 1 cup parsley, packed
- 1/2 cup fresh chives
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons water
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
Cook the Rice: Rinse rice and simmer with 2 cups water for 25 mins. Let steam, covered, for 10 mins.
Make the Dressing: Blend avocado, parsley, chives, garlic, lemon juice, vinegar, oil, and water until smooth. Season to taste.
Sear the Shrimp: Pat shrimp dry. Heat oil in a skillet and sear for 2 mins per side until opaque.
Mix the Rice: Fold spinach into the warm rice to wilt. Stir in the Green Goddess dressing until creamy.
Assemble: Divide rice into bowls and top with seared shrimp. Serve immediately.
Notes
Dry the Shrimp: Moisture causes steaming; patting dry ensures a savory sear.
Meal Prep Storage: Store dressing separately to keep the rice texture perfect and the herb color vibrant.
Herb Hack: Use the parsley stems! They blend perfectly and are packed with flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course / Meal Prep
- Method: Stovetop / Blending
- Cuisine: Healthy / California-Style
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Bowl
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
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