Shrimp scampi is a traditional but indulgent dish that is often prepared with gobs of butter and served over white rice or high-carb pasta. This variation is a little bit lighter and is quick and simple enough for a weekday meal.
Prep Time: | 5 mins |
Cook Time: | 5 mins |
Total Time: | 10 mins |
Servings: | 4 |
Yield: | 4 servings |
Ingredients
- 1 (16 ounce) can peaches in juice
- 1 cup cooked brown rice
- ¼ cup water
- 1 ½ tablespoons brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon butter (Optional)
- 1 pinch ground nutmeg (Optional)
- 1 pinch ground cinnamon (Optional)
Instructions
- Stir peaches, rice, 1/4 cup water, brown sugar, and vanilla extract together in a saucepan over low heat. Simmer until peaches start to wilt, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in butter. Sprinkle with cinnamon and nutmeg after plating.
Nutrition Facts
Calories | 152 kcal |
Carbohydrate | 30 g |
Cholesterol | 8 mg |
Dietary Fiber | 3 g |
Protein | 2 g |
Saturated Fat | 2 g |
Sodium | 27 mg |
Sugars | 17 g |
Fat | 3 g |
Unsaturated Fat | 0 g |