Ingredients
Vegetables
- 4 cups small broccoli florets
- ½ cup diced red bell pepper
- 6 medium cloves garlic, sliced, divided
Proteins
- 1 pound peeled and deveined raw shrimp (21-30 count)
Pantry Items
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
- ½ teaspoon salt, divided
- ½ teaspoon ground pepper, divided
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice, plus more to taste
Instructions
- Sauté Garlic: Heat 2 tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add half of the sliced garlic and cook until it begins to brown, about 1 minute, releasing a rich garlic aroma.
- Cook Vegetables: Add 4 cups of broccoli florets, ½ cup diced red bell pepper, and ¼ teaspoon each of salt and pepper to the pot. Cover and cook, stirring once or twice and adding 1 tablespoon of water if the pot becomes too dry, until the vegetables are tender, about 3 to 5 minutes. Then transfer the vegetable mixture to a bowl and keep warm.
- Sauté Remaining Garlic: Increase heat to medium-high and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the pot. Add the remaining sliced garlic and cook until it starts to brown, approximately 1 minute, enhancing the garlicky flavor.
- Cook Shrimp: Add 1 pound of peeled and deveined raw shrimp along with the remaining ¼ teaspoon each of salt and pepper. Cook while stirring until the shrimp are just cooked through, about 3 to 5 minutes.
- Combine and Finish: Return the cooked broccoli and bell pepper mixture to the pot. Add 2 teaspoons of lemon juice and stir everything together to blend the flavors well. Adjust lemon juice to taste before serving.
Notes
- Ensure not to overcook the shrimp to keep them tender and juicy.
- If the pot dries out while cooking broccoli, adding a tablespoon of water helps steam the vegetables perfectly.
- Feel free to add additional lemon juice for extra brightness.
- This recipe can be served over rice, quinoa, or enjoyed on its own for a low-carb option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
