Creamy Lemon-Dill Keto Shrimp with Cauliflower Rice
Tender shrimp seared in garlic butter, finished with a bright lemon-dill sauce, served over creamy cauliflower rice for a low-carb meal that's perfect for bodybuilding recovery. This seafood-inspired seafood (keto, high protein) ready in about 25 minutes pairs shrimp, cauliflower rice, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 345 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 12 oz shrimp
- 2 cups cauliflower rice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp fresh dill
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Spread 2 cups cauliflower rice on a parchment-lined baking sheet, drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil, and season with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper; roast for 15 minutes until golden and tender, stirring once halfway.
- Step 2: While cauliflower roasts, heat 1 tbsp olive oil and 1 tbsp unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 60 seconds until fragrant, then add 12 oz peeled shrimp and cook for 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Step 3: Stir in 1/4 cup heavy cream, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 2 tbsp fresh dill, and 1/4 tsp salt; simmer for 2 minutes until sauce thickens slightly and coats the back of a spoon, then remove from heat.
- Step 4: Gently fold roasted cauliflower rice into the shrimp mixture until evenly coated, adjusting salt and pepper to taste, and serve immediately while hot.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Creamy Lemon-Dill Keto Shrimp with Cauliflower Rice take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Creamy Lemon-Dill Keto Shrimp with Cauliflower Rice?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep shrimp from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Creamy Lemon-Dill Keto Shrimp with Cauliflower Rice?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Creamy Lemon-Dill Keto Shrimp with Cauliflower Rice for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Creamy Lemon-Dill Keto Shrimp with Cauliflower Rice keto?
Yes — this recipe is tagged keto, high protein, low carb based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
