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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If you're looking for a delightful and satisfying dish that’s both gluten-free and dairy-free, look no further than Bell Peppers with Shrimp and Coconut Rice. This vibrant meal is perfect for lunch, dinner, or any occasion where you want to impress your guests or treat yourself to something special.

Imagine tender shrimp sautéed in garlic and ginger, perfectly combined with fluffy jasmine rice infused with creamy coconut milk and a hint of lime. The addition of fresh basil and crunchy cashews takes this dish to another level, adding layers of flavor and texture that are sure to tantalize your taste buds.

The colorful red bell peppers not only serve as eye-catching vessels but also contribute their sweet, succulent flavor to every bite. Plus, they are quick to prepare! With just 45 minutes needed from start to finish, you can whip up this impressive main course even on a busy weeknight. Each serving is a balanced explosion of nutrients, providing you with a hearty meal that doesn’t compromise on taste or health.

Gather your ingredients, preheat the oven, and get ready to indulge in a dish that brings together the best of seafood and vibrant veggies, all cooked to perfection. Treat yourself and your loved ones to a meal that feels gourmet yet is incredibly achievable in your own kitchen!

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