Sautéed Lemon Garlic Shrimp over Herb Rice

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Bright and flavorful shrimp sautéed in garlic and lemon juice served atop fluffy herb-infused rice for a quick seafood dinner. This Mediterranean-inspired seafood recipe (gluten free), ready in about 30 minutes, pairs large shrimp, olive oil, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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: 20 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Rinse 1 cup uncooked long grain rice under cold water until water runs clear. Combine with 2 cups water and 1/2 tsp salt in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over high heat.
  2. Step 2: Lower heat to a simmer, cover, and cook rice for 15 minutes until water is absorbed and rice is tender. Remove from heat and let stand covered for 5 minutes.
  3. Step 3: While rice cooks, heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp, season with 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (if using). Cook shrimp for 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
  5. Step 5: Remove skillet from heat and stir in 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, tossing shrimp to coat.
  6. Step 6: Fluff cooked rice with a fork, then mix in 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley.
  7. Step 7: Serve lemon garlic shrimp over the herb rice immediately, garnished with additional parsley if desired.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Sautéed Lemon Garlic Shrimp over Herb Rice take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (10 min prep + 20 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 Lemon Garlic Shrimp over Herb Rice?

Refrigerate in a covered airtight container for up to 3–4 days (FDA FoodKeeper guideline for cooked fish). Store any fresh salsa or citrus-based garnish in a separate container — it keeps for up to 2 days. Freeze cooked fish (without fresh garnishes) for up to 3 months; thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat gently at 275°F until just warmed through to preserve texture.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Lemon Garlic Shrimp over Herb 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 Sautéed Lemon Garlic Shrimp over Herb Rice for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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 Lemon Garlic Shrimp over Herb Rice 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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