{"id":412,"date":"2026-03-30T18:39:22","date_gmt":"2026-03-30T18:39:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/?p=412"},"modified":"2026-03-30T18:39:22","modified_gmt":"2026-03-30T18:39:22","slug":"garlic-butter-shrimp-with-broccoli-avocado-high-protein-power-plate","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/?p=412","title":{"rendered":"Garlic Butter Shrimp with Broccoli &amp; Avocado (High Protein Power Plate)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"512\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_6448.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-413\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_6448.jpeg 512w, https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_6448-240x300.jpeg 240w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This Garlic Butter Shrimp with Broccoli &amp; Avocado Power Plate is a quick, balanced, and high-protein meal perfect for clean eating and healthy meal prep.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Juicy shrimp saut\u00e9ed in garlic butter are paired with fresh steamed broccoli and creamy avocado slices, creating a nutritious combination of lean protein, healthy fats, and fiber.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ready in just 20 minutes, this simple recipe is ideal for light dinners, low carb meals, and high protein diets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ingredients<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>8\u201310 large shrimp, peeled and deveined<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 cup broccoli florets<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 ripe avocado, sliced<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 tbsp butter<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 tbsp olive oil<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 cloves garlic, minced<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bd tsp paprika<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bd tsp Italian seasoning<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>salt and black pepper to taste<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>fresh lemon juice (optional)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Instructions<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>1. Season the shrimp<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pat shrimp dry and season with paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>2. Cook the shrimp<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Heat butter and olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Add garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Add shrimp and cook for 2\u20133 minutes per side until pink and fully cooked.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>3. Prepare the broccoli<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Steam broccoli for 4\u20135 minutes until tender but still bright green.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>4. Slice the avocado<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cut avocado into slices or wedges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>5. Assemble the plate<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Arrange garlic butter shrimp, steamed broccoli, and avocado slices on a plate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Drizzle remaining garlic butter over shrimp if desired.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice for extra flavor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Serve immediately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Nutrition &amp; Details (approx.)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Prep Time: 10 minutes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cook Time: 10 minutes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Total Time: 20 minutes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Servings: 1<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>High protein<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Low carb<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Clean eating<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Healthy fats<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This Garlic Butter Shrimp with Broccoli &amp; Avocado Power Plate is a quick, balanced, and high-protein meal perfect for clean eating and healthy meal prep. Juicy shrimp saut\u00e9ed in garlic butter are paired with fresh steamed broccoli and creamy avocado slices, creating a nutritious combination of lean protein, healthy fats, and fiber. 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