Name: Jamaican Coconut Shrimp and Cauliflower Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 17 min
Total time: 32 min
Ingredients: 24 raw medium shrimp, peeled, deveined, tails removed (approx. 12 oz.); 2 tsp. mild Jamaican jerk seasoning; 2 tsp. extra-virgin organic coconut oil, divided use; 3 cups cauliflower rice; ¼ cup green onions, chopped; ¾ cup green (or red) bell pepper, chopped; ⅓ cup canned lite coconut milk; 1 Tbsp. fresh cilantro, chopped; 2 Tbsp. unsweetened shredded coconut; 2 wedges fresh lime (for garnish; optional)

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Jamaican Coconut Shrimp and Cauliflower Rice

This flavor-rich Coconut Shrimp and Cauliflower Rice dish is a filling, healthy dinner!

Course Main Course

Keyword Dairy-free, gluten free, High in Protein

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 17 mins

Total Time 32 mins

Servings 2 servings, approx. 12 shrimp, 2 cups veggies each

Calories 302 kcal

Author Beachbody

Ingredients

24 raw medium shrimp, peeled, deveined, tails removed (approx. 12 oz.)
2 tsp. mild Jamaican jerk seasoning
2 tsp. extra-virgin organic coconut oil, divided use
3 cups cauliflower rice
¼ cup green onions, chopped
¾ cup green (or red) bell pepper, chopped
⅓ cup canned lite coconut milk
1 Tbsp. fresh cilantro, chopped
2 Tbsp. unsweetened shredded coconut
2 wedges fresh lime (for garnish; optional)

Instructions

Season shrimp with seasoning. Set aside.
Heat 1 tsp. oil in medium nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
Add cauliflower; cook, covered, stirring occasionally, for 4 to 6 minutes, or until cauliflower is tender. Set aside and cover to keep warm.
Heat remaining 1 tsp. oil in medium nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
Add green onions and bell pepper; cook, stirring frequently, for 3 to 4 minutes.
Add coconut milk; cook, stirring frequently, for 1 to 2 minutes, or until most of coconut milk is absorbed.
Add shrimp; cook, stirring occasionally, for 2 to 3 minutes, or until shrimp is firm and opaque.
Evenly divide cauliflower rice between two serving plates. Evenly top with shrimp, cilantro, coconut, and lime wedges (if desired).

Recipe Notes

Cauliflower rice may be found at your favorite grocery store.
To make cauliflower rice, place half a medium head of cauliflower, cut into florets, in food processor; pulse until cauliflower is cut into pieces about the size of rice. Repeat with the other half. Place cauliflower on cheesecloth (or a heavy-duty paper towel), in small batches; squeeze dry.

The Nutrition Facts box below provides estimated nutritional information for this recipe.

Nutrition Facts

Jamaican Coconut Shrimp and Cauliflower Rice

Amount Per Serving (1 serving)

Calories 302 Calories from Fat 144

% Daily Value*

Fat 16g25%

Saturated Fat 13g81%

Cholesterol 214mg71%

Sodium 1022mg44%

Carbohydrates 15g5%

Fiber 5g21%

Sugar 5g6%

Protein 27g54%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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