Best 6 Shrimp Scampi With Cauliflower Rice Recipes

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Are you looking for a quick, easy, and flavorful meal? You can never go wrong with shrimp scampi. This classic Italian dish is traditionally made with shrimp, garlic, butter, white wine, and lemon. It's usually served over pasta, but if you're looking for a healthier option, you can try it with cauliflower rice instead. Cauliflower rice is a great alternative to pasta because it's low in carbs and calories, and it's also a good source of fiber. Plus, it cooks in just a few minutes. In this article, we'll share our favorite recipe for shrimp scampi with cauliflower rice. We'll also provide some tips on how to make the dish your own. So, grab your ingredients and let's get started!

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

SHRIMP SCAMPI OVER RICE



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Make and share this Shrimp Scampi over Rice recipe from Food.com.

Provided by jellygirl

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 20m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves crushed garlic
1 lb shelled and deveined shrimp
1 tablespoon parsley (dried or fresh)
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 pinch salt

Steps:

  • -While preparing the scampi, cook enough rice to feed your party.
  • -Melt butter with olive oil over med low heat.
  • -When foam in butter subsides, stir in garlic and cook 4 - 5 minutes (DO NOT BROWN).
  • -Add shrimp and salt and cook for 3-4 minutes until pink.
  • -Stir in lemon juice and parsley and cook 1 more min.
  • -Serve immediately over rice.

CAULIFLOWER SHRIMP FRIED RICE RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: cauliflower florets, sesame oil, carrots, garlic, large shrimp, frozen peas, eggs, low sodium soy sauce, white pepper, green onion

Provided by Joey Firoben

Categories     Lunch

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups cauliflower florets
1 teaspoon sesame oil
3 carrots, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 cup frozen peas, thawed
2 eggs, beaten
3 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
½ teaspoon white pepper
green onion, for garnish

Steps:

  • Pulse cauliflower in a food processor until broken into rice-sized pieces.
  • Heat the sesame oil in a large skillet or wok. Toss in the carrots and sauté until soft, about 5 minutes.
  • Add in the garlic and shrimp and sautée until the shrimp begin to turn pink, about 2 minutes.
  • Add the peas and cauliflower rice and mix until the cauliflower has warmed through.
  • Move the contents of the pan to the side to create a well in the center. Pour in the eggs and slowly scraped the cooked bits off the bottom of the pan to scramble the eggs. Once the eggs are almost finished cooking, mix everything in the pan together.
  • Season the cauliflower with white pepper and soy sauce, give one last good mix to combine and serve with a garnish of sliced green onion.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 251 calories, Carbohydrate 16 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 32 grams, Sugar 5 grams

SHRIMP SCAMPI WITH RICE



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Looking for a sea-food based recipe for dinner? Then check out this shrimp and rice dish that's made easily on a stove top in just 30 minutes.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 20m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 box (10 oz) frozen white & wild rice (with green beans)
1 teaspoon butter or margarine
1 teaspoon olive oil
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1/2 lb uncooked deveined peeled medium (31 to 35 count) shrimp
2 tablespoons dry white wine or chicken broth
1 tablespoon chopped fresh or 1 teaspoon parsley flakes

Steps:

  • In 2-quart saucepan, make rice as directed on box.
  • In 8-inch skillet, heat butter, oil and garlic over medium-high heat until butter is melted. Add shrimp; cook and stir 3 to 4 minutes or until shrimp are pink. Stir in wine and parsley. Cook 1 minute.
  • To serve, spoon rice onto serving platter; top with shrimp and juices from skillet.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250, Carbohydrate 25 g, Cholesterol 165 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 1 g, Protein 21 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 830 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 1/2 g

LIGHTER BAKED SHRIMP SCAMPI



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Shrimp scampi is a classic, but decadent dish typically made with lots of butter and served over high-carb pasta or white rice. This version lightens things up a bit and is quick and easy enough for a weeknight meal.

Provided by lutzflcat

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Seafood Main Dish Recipes     Shrimp     100+ Shrimp Scampi Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

16 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tablespoon butter
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 tablespoon minced shallot
1 teaspoon olive oil
¼ cup chicken stock
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
⅛ teaspoon ground paprika
salt and ground black pepper to taste
¼ cup crushed garlic croutons
3 cups frozen riced cauliflower (such as Green Giant®)
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
4 lemon wedges

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Place shrimp in a shallow baking dish.
  • Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic, shallot, and olive oil and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in chicken stock, lemon juice, red pepper flakes, paprika, salt, and pepper. Pour this mixture over shrimp and sprinkle with crushed croutons.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until shrimp are bright pink on the outside and the meat is opaque, 9 to 11 minutes; do not overcook.
  • While shrimp is cooking, place riced cauliflower in a large nonstick skillet. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until hot, about 5 minutes.
  • Serve shrimp over riced cauliflower. Garnish with chopped parsley and lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 233.4 calories, Carbohydrate 26.8 g, Cholesterol 180.3 mg, Fat 7 g, Fiber 9.6 g, Protein 25.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 416.4 mg, Sugar 0.4 g

ULTIMATE SHRIMP SCAMPI



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This delicious shrimp recipe will melt in your mouth. The addition of avocado and Asiago cheese takes it to the next level!

Provided by Jeff Maloney

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (16 ounce) package angel hair pasta
½ cup butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
½ cup minced onion
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 dash Worcestershire sauce
¼ cup lemon juice
1 teaspoon dry white wine
1 pound peeled and deveined medium shrimp
½ cup Asiago cheese, diced
1 large avocado - peeled, pitted and diced

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the angel hair pasta, and cook until al dente, 2 to 3 minutes; drain.
  • Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in the garlic, onion, parsley, salt, pepper, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, and white wine. Once the mixture begins to bubble, increase the heat to medium-high, and stir in the shrimp. Cook and stir until the shrimp turn pink, and are no longer transparent in the center, about 5 minutes.
  • Serve the scampi over a bed of angel hair pasta, and sprinkle with Asiago cheese and avocado to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 791.9 calories, Carbohydrate 72.6 g, Cholesterol 245.6 mg, Fat 41.3 g, Fiber 9.3 g, Protein 36.1 g, SaturatedFat 18.8 g, Sodium 1345.4 mg, Sugar 3.8 g

SHEET PAN SHRIMP SCAMPI



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A super quick, yet super delicious sheet pan supper. This oven baked shrimp scampi is served with garlic bread and cauliflower rice.

Provided by Jonathan Melendez

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 teaspoons lemon zest
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 small baguette
3 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
2 lbs large peeled deveined shrimp
1 (12 ounce) bag frozen cauliflower rice, thawed
2 tablespoons fresh parsley
1 lemon, sliced

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
  • In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Stir in the salt, pepper flakes, lemon zest and garlic. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  • Cut the baguette to open it up and then cut each half in half. Place the four pieces onto on side of the baking sheet. Brush with a bit of that garlic butter mixture and then top with the parmesan.
  • In a large bowl, toss together the shrimp with the remaining garlic butter sauce. Pour out onto one side of the baking sheet.
  • Place the cauliflower rice in the middle of the baking sheet and season lightly with salt and pepper.
  • Roast until the shrimp is bright pink and the bread has slightly browned, about 12 to 15 minutes. Remove from the oven and garnish with parsley. Serve with lemon sliced.

Tips:

  • Use fresh shrimp for the best flavor and texture.
  • If you don't have cauliflower rice, you can use regular rice or another type of grain.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables to the dish, such as broccoli, zucchini, or mushrooms.
  • If you want a spicier dish, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper.
  • Serve the shrimp scampi over cauliflower rice or your favorite pasta.

Conclusion:

Shrimp scampi with cauliflower rice is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to get your daily dose of protein and vegetables. The cauliflower rice adds a healthy and flavorful twist to the classic shrimp scampi dish. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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