Cajun Shrimp over Rice

Makes 4 servings (about 1 1/2 cups)

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon canola oil
  • 1 lb. jumbo peeled and deveined shrimp
  • 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
  • 1 ½ teaspoons minced garlic
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper
  • 1 cup coarsely chopped green onions
  • 2 large tomatoes, chopped
  • 3 cups cooked instant brown rice
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)

 

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp, Cajun seasoning, and garlic, and sauté 1 minute. Sprinkle with pepper.
  2. Add green onions and tomatoes, and sauté 1 minute. Stir in rice. Cook 3 to 4 minutes longer or just until shrimp are done and turn pink, stirring occasionally. Sprinkle with parsley, if using.

 

*Recipe prepared by registered dietitians from St. Vincent’s Health System.

 

Nutrition [Per Serving]:

340 calories; 7 g total fat; 0.5 g saturated fat; 21 g protein;

50 g carbohydrate; 4 g fiber; 720 mg sodium