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Grilled Chimichurri Shrimp Bowls on wild whole grains with red pepper salad and arugula

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These Chimichurri Shrimp Bowls are a vibrant and healthy meal made with grilled marinated shrimp, whole grains, roasted red pepper salad, and arugula. Packed with fresh herbs and bold flavors, they’re perfect for a light summer or fall dinner.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

1 cup fresh parsley

1/4 cup fresh cilantro

2 tbsp fresh oregano

1/3 cup good-quality oil

2 garlic cloves, crushed

1/2 tsp ground cumin

1/2 tsp salt

1 lb shrimp, defrosted, peeled and deveined

1 cup uncooked whole grain wild rice mix (or grain of choice)

1 3/4 cups water

12-16 oz roasted red peppers, diced

1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, chiffonade

2 garlic cloves, minced

1/2 tsp sea salt

Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Handful fresh arugula

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chimichurri: Blend parsley, cilantro, oregano, oil, crushed garlic, cumin, and salt in a food processor until combined. Set aside.
  2. Marinate the shrimp: Toss defrosted shrimp with about 1/2 cup of chimichurri. Cover and refrigerate for up to 1 hour.
  3. Cook grains according to package instructions using water. Set aside.
  4. Make the red pepper salad: Mix roasted red peppers, basil, minced garlic, sea salt, and black pepper in a bowl. Set aside.
  5. Grill shrimp over high heat for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Alternatively, cook on stovetop in a hot pan.
  6. Assemble bowls: In each of 4 bowls, add a handful of arugula, then top with 1/4 of the grains, red pepper salad, and grilled shrimp. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

  • Cooked components can be stored separately in the fridge for meal prep.
  • Shrimp can be cooked indoors if grilling isn’t possible.
  • Customize with avocado, grilled vegetables, or your choice of grains or protein.
  • Author: Monica
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course, Salad
  • Method: Grill
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 316
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 2404mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16g
  • Trans Fat: 0.01g
  • Carbohydrates: 17g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 19g
  • Cholesterol: 143mg