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30 Minute Greek Shrimp Grain Bowls

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These 30-minute Greek shrimp grain bowls feature juicy shrimp, tender vegetables, fluffy rice, and a creamy lemon-garlic yogurt sauce. A quick and fresh Mediterranean-inspired meal perfect for weeknights or meal prep.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Greek
  • Diet: Low Fat

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley, plus more for garnish
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons paprika
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 small zucchinis, sliced into coins or half-moons
  • 2 bell peppers, sliced into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 1 1/2 cups water
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1/2 cup plain whole-milk Greek yogurt
  • 1 garlic clove, finely grated
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • Pinch of salt
  • Optional toppings: Sliced green olives, Capers, Avocado slices, Crumbled feta, Hummus

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, parsley, garlic, paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper until combined.
  2. Place shrimp in one bowl and sliced vegetables in another. Divide the marinade between the two bowls and toss to coat. Let sit at room temperature.
  3. Rinse rice under cold water. Combine rice, water, and a pinch of salt in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15–18 minutes until water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for 10 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
  4. In a small bowl, mix yogurt, grated garlic, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt until smooth. Set aside.
  5. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add marinated vegetables and cook for 8–10 minutes until tender. Transfer to a bowl.
  6. In the same skillet, cook shrimp for about 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
  7. Divide rice among four bowls. Top with shrimp and vegetables. Add a spoonful of yogurt sauce and garnish with optional toppings and parsley.

Notes

  • Use farro, quinoa, or brown rice instead of white rice for more fiber and nutrition.
  • Swap vegetables for mushrooms, onions, or summer squash as desired.
  • Add chili flakes for extra spice.
  • Replace shrimp with chicken or tofu for variation.
  • For dairy-free, use hummus instead of yogurt sauce.

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