Description
A bright and hearty Mediterranean-inspired stew featuring shrimp, white beans, and fresh lemon for a zesty and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes
- 2 (15-ounce) cans white beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the garlic, smoked paprika, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the diced tomatoes, white beans, and vegetable broth. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes to blend flavors.
- Add the shrimp to the pot and cook until pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, and fresh parsley. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot with crusty bread or over rice if desired.
Notes
- Use cooked shrimp to save time, but add them at the very end to avoid overcooking.
- For extra richness, drizzle with a bit of extra virgin olive oil before serving.
- You can substitute cannellini or great northern beans for the white beans.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 165mg