Cilantro Shrimp & Rice

By barbsjustagirl

291 calories, 10 g fat, 25 g protein

Ingredients

• 2 packages (8-1/2 ounces each) ready-to-serve basmati rice
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cups frozen corn, thawed
• 2 medium zucchini, quartered and sliced
• 1 large sweet red pepper, chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 pound peeled and deveined cooked large shrimp, tails removed
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 tablespoon grated lime peel
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• Lime wedges, optional

Preparation

Step 1

Prepare rice according to package directions.
Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add corn, zucchini, red pepper and pepper flakes; cook and stir 3-5 minutes or until zucchini is crisp-tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add shrimp; cook and stir 3-5 minutes or until heated through.
Stir in rice, cilantro, lime peel, lime juice and salt. If desired, serve with lime wedges.