Sautéed Garlic Shrimp and Brown Rice Bowl with Avocado

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A quick sauté of garlic shrimp served over nutty brown rice with fresh avocado and a squeeze of lime for a light, satisfying bowl. This latin american-inspired healthy bowls (gluten free) ready in about 55 minutes pairs brown rice, water, peeled and deveined large shrimp for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 45 min Serves 2 Latin American cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Rinse 1 cup brown rice under cold water. In a medium saucepan, combine brown rice and 2 1/2 cups water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then cover and reduce to low. Simmer for 40-45 minutes until rice is tender and water is absorbed. Remove from heat and fluff with a fork.
  2. Step 2: While rice cooks, heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes; sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  3. Step 3: Add 12 oz peeled and deveined large shrimp, season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Cook shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque, stirring occasionally.
  4. Step 4: To assemble each bowl, spoon 1/2 cup cooked brown rice into a bowl, top with 6 cooked shrimp and 1/2 sliced medium avocado. Drizzle with 1/2 tbsp fresh lime juice and sprinkle with 1 tbsp chopped cilantro leaves. Serve immediately.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Sautéed Garlic Shrimp and Brown Rice Bowl with Avocado take to make?

Total time is about 55 minutes (10 min prep + 45 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 Sautéed Garlic Shrimp and Brown Rice Bowl with Avocado?

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 brown rice from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Garlic Shrimp and Brown Rice Bowl with Avocado?

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 Sautéed Garlic Shrimp and Brown Rice Bowl with Avocado 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 Sautéed Garlic Shrimp and Brown Rice Bowl with Avocado gluten free?

Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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