Description
A flavorful and easy one-pan meal featuring sautéed zucchini, garlic, and shrimp cooked with rice in a savory tomato and herb-infused broth, garnished with fresh basil for a bright finish.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables and Herbs
- 1 zucchini chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
- fresh basil for garnish
Pantry Items
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- pinch red pepper flakes
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 cup white rice
- 3 cups chicken broth
Protein
- 1 lb shrimp peeled and deveined
Instructions
- Heat olive oil and sauté zucchini: Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the chopped zucchini and sauté for 2-3 minutes, tossing occasionally until slightly tender.
- Add seasonings and tomato paste: Stir in the minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes, and tomato paste. Cook together for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and well combined.
- Toast rice and add broth: Add the white rice to the pan and toast it for 1 minute while stirring. Pour in the chicken broth, stir to combine, and bring to a gentle boil. Cover the pan and cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring every 1-2 minutes to prevent sticking.
- Add tomatoes and shrimp: Uncover, then add the halved cherry tomatoes and shrimp. Continue cooking for 3-4 minutes until the shrimp turn opaque and the rice is tender.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from heat, garnish with fresh basil leaves, and serve warm for a delicious one-pan meal.
Notes
- Use medium or long-grain white rice for best texture; jasmine rice also works well.
- If you prefer spicier, increase red pepper flakes to taste.
- Fresh shrimp must be peeled and deveined; frozen shrimp can be used but adjust cooking time accordingly.
- Stirring frequently while simmering prevents the rice from burning or sticking to the pan.
- Fresh basil can be substituted with parsley or cilantro if preferred.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg
