Skinny Dirty Brown Rice with Shrimp

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this light yet flavorful Skinny Dirty Brown Rice with Shrimp recipe! Packed with wholesome ingredients like nutty brown rice, tender shrimp, and a colorful medley of onion, celery, and green bell pepper, this dish is a healthier spin on a Southern classic. Seasoned with bold Cajun spices and smoky paprika, every bite is brimming with robust, zesty flavor. Made in just one skillet for easy cleanup, this dish is perfect for busy nights while delivering restaurant-quality taste. Garnish with fresh parsley and green onions for a vibrant finishing touch. High in protein, gluten-free, and brimming with nutrients, this recipe is a satisfying and guilt-free way to indulge in comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Brown rice
• 2 cups Vegetable broth (or chicken broth)
• 1 lb Raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 1 medium Onion, finely diced
• 1 medium Green bell pepper, finely diced
• 2 stalks Celery, finely diced
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
• 1 tsp Smoked paprika
• 1 tsp Dried thyme
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Ground black pepper
• 2 tbsp Parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
• 2 stalks Green onions, sliced (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the brown rice under cold water until the water runs clear. In a medium saucepan, combine the rice with 2 cups of vegetable broth and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat, fluff with a fork, and set aside.

Step 2

While the rice is cooking, prepare the vegetables: dice the onion, green bell pepper, and celery, and mince the garlic.

Step 3

In a large skillet or wok, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp, season lightly with salt and pepper, and cook for 2-3 minutes per side or until pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic. Sauté for 5-7 minutes or until the vegetables are softened and fragrant.

Step 5

Stir in the Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, and dried thyme, cooking for 1-2 minutes to toast the spices.

Step 6

Add the cooked brown rice to the skillet with the vegetables and stir well to combine. Cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing the rice to absorb the flavors.

Step 7

Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and gently fold them into the rice mixture. Cook for another 2 minutes or until everything is heated through.

Step 8

Season the dish with additional salt and pepper to taste, if needed.

Step 9

Remove from heat and sprinkle with chopped parsley and sliced green onions for garnish, if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1566.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1085.0

Total Fat 32.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 857.3mg	0%
Sodium 5639.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 81.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.4g	0%
Total Sugars 13.9g
Protein 119.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 478.3mg	0%
Iron 5.3mg	0%
Potassium 2403.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 26.6%

Protein: 43.7%

Carbs: 29.8%