Bell Peppers with Shrimp and Coconut Rice

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
18%
Bell Peppers with Shrimp and Coconut Rice
45 min.
4
406kcal

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Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our Bell Peppers with Shrimp and Coconut Rice, a dish that perfectly balances flavor and nutrition. This gluten-free and dairy-free recipe is not only a feast for the eyes but also a wholesome meal that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for busy weeknights or a special gathering with friends and family.

The vibrant red bell peppers serve as a colorful and nutritious vessel, filled with a savory mixture of jasmine rice, succulent shrimp, and a hint of tropical coconut milk. The addition of fresh basil, zesty lime, and roasted cashews elevates the dish, providing a delightful crunch and aromatic freshness that will tantalize your taste buds. Each bite is a harmonious blend of textures and flavors, making it a satisfying main course that everyone will love.

Not only is this dish delicious, but it also boasts a balanced caloric breakdown, with a healthy mix of protein, fats, and carbohydrates. Whether you’re looking to impress at a dinner party or simply want to treat yourself to a comforting meal, Bell Peppers with Shrimp and Coconut Rice is sure to become a favorite in your recipe repertoire. Dive into this culinary adventure and savor the taste of the tropics!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black
  • 0.3 cup basil fresh chopped
  • tablespoon ginger fresh chopped
  • teaspoons garlic chopped
  • cup jasmine rice rinsed drained
  • 0.8 teaspoon kosher salt 
  • 0.8 cup coconut milk light
  • tablespoons juice of lime fresh
  • teaspoon lime zest finely grated
  • medium bell peppers red
  • 0.3 cup roasted unsalted roughly chopped
  • pound shrimp frozen thawed deveined peeled
  • teaspoon sugar 
  • teaspoons vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • paper towels
  • oven
  • pot
  • baking pan
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°. In a medium pan over medium heat, heat oil. Cook ginger and garlic, 1 minute.
  2. Add rice and cook, 2 minutes.
  3. Add milk, 1 1/4 cups water, zest, sugar, salt and black pepper and bring to a low boil; stir and cover. Reduce heat to simmer, 10 minutes. Stir in shrimp; cover and cook until shrimp are opaque, 5 minutes. In a large pot, bring 8 inches of water to a low boil.
  4. Cut off top third of each bell pepper and reserve; remove ribs and seeds. Boil peppers and tops until slightly soft, 5 minutes; place upside down on a paper towel–lined plate. Stir juice, basil and cashews into rice mixture.
  5. Place bell peppers open side up in a baking dish with tops alongside; stuff with rice mixture.
  6. Pour an inch of water in bottom of dish. Cover with foil andbake until warm, 15 minutes.
  7. Self

Nutrition Facts

Calories406kcal
Protein31.7%
Fat20.26%
Carbs48.04%

Properties

Glycemic Index
85.57
Glycemic Load
24.81
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
22.756086758945%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.16mg
Hesperetin
0.89mg
Naringenin
0.05mg
Luteolin
0.73mg
Kaempferol
0.03mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
0.37mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:405.6kcal
20.28%
Fat:9.09g
13.98%
Saturated Fat:3.71g
23.17%
Carbohydrates:48.51g
16.17%
Net Carbohydrates:45.21g
16.44%
Sugar:6.25g
6.95%
Cholesterol:194.99mg
65%
Sodium:619.95mg
26.95%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:32g
64%
Vitamin C:156.01mg
189.1%
Vitamin A:3809.97IU
76.2%
Manganese:0.77mg
38.26%
Phosphorus:378.52mg
37.85%
Vitamin B6:0.62mg
30.84%
Copper:0.6mg
30%
Potassium:712.16mg
20.35%
Vitamin K:20.68µg
19.7%
Selenium:13.03µg
18.61%
Magnesium:73.98mg
18.49%
Zinc:2.74mg
18.25%
Vitamin E:2.36mg
15.75%
Vitamin B3:3.1mg
15.49%
Folate:60.55µg
15.14%
Fiber:3.3g
13.19%
Vitamin B1:0.19mg
12.87%
Calcium:105.25mg
10.53%
Vitamin B5:1.03mg
10.3%
Vitamin B2:0.17mg
9.84%
Iron:1.71mg
9.52%
Vitamin B12:0.1µg
1.68%
Source:Epicurious