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Easy Shrimp Scampi Dinner Bowl Recipe with Roasted Carrots

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A quick and easy shrimp scampi dinner bowl featuring garlicky shrimp and sweet roasted carrots, perfect for weeknight meals or impressing guests.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined (fresh or thawed frozen)
  • 4 medium carrots, peeled and cut into sticks or rounds
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • About 2 cups cooked rice or pasta (or cauliflower rice for low-carb option)
  • Optional: grated Parmesan cheese for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Peel and cut carrots into 1/2-inch sticks or rounds. Toss with 2 tablespoons olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread evenly on baking sheet.
  3. Roast carrots for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until tender and caramelized.
  4. Pat shrimp dry and season lightly with salt and pepper.
  5. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil and 4 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  6. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
  7. Squeeze lemon juice over shrimp, add red pepper flakes if using, and stir to deglaze pan.
  8. Add roasted carrots to skillet and toss to coat with sauce.
  9. Spoon cooked rice or pasta into bowls (about 1 cup per serving). Top with shrimp and carrot mixture.
  10. Garnish with chopped parsley and optional Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.

Notes

Do not overcook shrimp to avoid rubbery texture. Roast carrots at high heat for caramelization. Cook shrimp in batches if pan is crowded. Let roasted carrots rest before mixing to help sauce cling better. Use fresh garlic for best flavor. For dairy-free, substitute butter with vegan margarine or olive oil.

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