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Flavorful Thanksgiving Shrimp Scampi Nourish Bowl

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A quick and easy shrimp scampi nourish bowl featuring a zesty garlic butter sauce, fresh herbs, and a nourishing base of quinoa and veggies. Perfect for Thanksgiving or any cozy meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined (wild-caught preferred)
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 large lemon, zested and juiced
  • 1/4 cup dry white wine (optional)
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa (or substitute with cauliflower rice for low-carb)
  • 1 cup steamed broccoli florets
  • 1 cup roasted butternut squash cubes
  • 1 cup baby spinach or kale, lightly sautéed or raw
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook the base: Rinse 1 cup quinoa under cold water. Bring 2 cups water to a boil in a medium saucepan, add quinoa, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and set aside. Prepare other bases like roasted squash or steamed broccoli as needed.
  2. Prep the shrimp: Pat shrimp dry with paper towels. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. Sauté garlic: Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes if using. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant but not browned.
  4. Cook shrimp: Add shrimp in a single layer. Cook 2-3 minutes on one side until pink edges appear, then flip and cook another 2 minutes until opaque. Avoid overcooking.
  5. Add lemon and wine: Pour in lemon juice, lemon zest, and white wine. Let simmer for 2 minutes, scraping browned bits from the pan. Sauce should thicken slightly.
  6. Finish with parsley: Stir in chopped parsley and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  7. Assemble the bowl: Layer quinoa or chosen base on the bottom, then add steamed broccoli, roasted squash, and baby spinach or kale. Spoon warm shrimp scampi and sauce on top. Toss gently or leave layered.
  8. Optional garnish: Add halved cherry tomatoes for color and freshness.

Notes

Dry shrimp thoroughly before cooking to get a good sear. Keep garlic cooking on medium heat and stir constantly to avoid burning. If sauce is too thin, simmer off heat a bit longer to thicken. Substitute chicken broth or water with lemon juice if white wine is unavailable. For dairy-free, replace butter with vegan buttery spread or coconut oil. Adjust red pepper flakes for desired spice level.

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