This lemon herb shrimp stir fry recipe is a healthy take on shrimp scampi. Easy to make with just a handful of ingredients, this seafood and rice dish is perfect for a tasty weeknight meal. Full of veggies and delicious fresh and summery flavors, this lightened up version that’s loaded with “spaghetti-like” zoodles is a hit with the whole family!
When you are running short on time, but still want to make a healthy, nutritious and filling meal then this could be your answer! Packed full of flavor and healthy ingredients, this is a great recipe to add into your weekly meal rotation!
Healthy shrimp scampi recipe
This Lemon Herb Shrimp Stir fry uses olive oil, lots of lemon juice and lemon zest with simple herbs that can be dried or fresh. The lemon gives the dish the real zing and keeps it fresh and light! If you love Shrimp Scampi, try a lighter shrimp dish that with a similar savory taste that’s equally satisfying without all that butter.
How to make lemon herb shrimp stir fry
In a medium pot, heat 1 tbsp olive oil, saute the onions and the red pepper for 1-2 minutes. Add half the parsley and all the brown rice and stir with the onions and red pepper. Add salt to taste and cook the brown rice according to package instructions.
Meanwhile, in a large nonstick frying pan over medium-high heat, heat the remaining tbsp of olive oil, add the garlic and the shrimp. Season with salt and pepper, remaining parsley and thyme, and sauté until opaque pink and fully cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
Stir in the lemon juice and lemon zest and mix well.
Serve the shrimp over the brown rice and sprinkle with parsley, if you desire
Top tips to make lemon herb shrimp stir fry
- To get the most juice from your lemon, make sure it’s at room temperature when you’re ready to use it and and roll it under your palm to break down the cells and release the liquid!
- If using frozen shrimp in the recipe, ensure that it is fully defrosted.
- Use fresh lemon juice, not the bottled kind, for the best tasting meal.
Frequently Asked Questions
What’s the best shrimp to buy for this recipe?
If you have access to a fishmonger that has just caught shrimp in, that’s a great option, but frozen works really well, and can often be fresher! Buy local and from a sustainable source.
How do you prep frozen shrimp for stir fry?
Place the frozen shrimp in a colander and place under for a few minutes until they thaw out, it doesn’t take long. Shell and devein them if needed, and then pat dry to remove any excess moisture.
Is this shrimp stir fry recipe healthy?
Stir fry is a great healthy meal choice, only a little oil is needed and you can load it with all kinds of fresh veggies. One serving of this recipe is around 360 calories and low in sugar and fat – it’s a great well balance meal. Free free to use other vggies in this recipe!
For more shrimp recipes:
- Healthy Shrimp Scampi
- Pesto Spaghetti with Shrimp
- Arrabiata Pasta with Shrimp
- Shrimp Cocktail in Avocado Bowls
I love how quickly and easily this dish comes together! It’s a really great option on busy weeknights!
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Lemon Herb Shrimp Stir Fry
Ingredients
- 1 cup brown rice uncooked
- 2 tbsp olive oil divided
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley divided
- 1 whole yellow onion diced
- 1/4 red pepper diced
- 1 lb shrimp
- 1 large garlic clove
- Juice and zest of 1/2 lemon
- 1 tbsp dried thyme
Instructions
- In a medium pot, heat 1 tbsp olive oil, saute the onions and the red pepper for 1-2 minutes. Add half the parsley and all the brown rice and stir with the onions and red pepper. Add salt to taste and cook the brown rice according to package instructions.
- Meanwhile, in a large nonstick frying pan over medium-high heat, heat the remaining tbsp of olive oil, add the garlic and the shrimp. Season with salt and pepper, remaining parsley and thyme, and sauté until opaque pink and fully cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the lemon juice and lemon zest and mix well.
- Serve the shrimp over the brown rice and sprinkly with parsley, if you desire
Notes
- To get the most juice from your lemon, make sure it's at room temperature when you're ready to use it and and roll it under your palm to break down the cells and release the liquid!
- If using frozen shrimp in the recipe, ensure that it is fully defrosted.
- Use fresh lemon juice, not the bottled kind, for the best tasting meal.
