A vibrant medley of fresh, steamed broccoli florets, plump shrimp, and crisp bell peppers shine in their saucy splendor against a backdrop of warm, fluffy rice. The dish is generously scattered with fresh herbs and orbs of green peas for an extra burst of color.

Broccoli and Shrimp Jambalaya

Name: Broccoli and Shrimp Jambalaya
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: broccoli florets, 3 cups; large, pre-cooked, tail-on shrimp, 16 pieces; medium bell peppers (red and green), 2 diced; medium red onion, 1 diced; cloves of garlic, 2 minced; green peas, 1 cup; cooked white rice, 3 cups; smoked paprika, 1 tsp; cayenne pepper, 1/2 tsp; salt, to taste; olive oil, 2 tbsp; Fresh herbs (parsley, thyme), for garnish

Category Main Course

Prep 20 minutes

Cook 20 minutes

Style American

Technique Sautéing

Diet Friendly Pescatarian

Daily Recipe: May 16, 2025

Today we are creating a unique twist on Southern cuisine, featuring the nutrient-rich, fresh broccoli of the season. Brought to life with the perfect combination of sweet, spicy, and hearty flavors, this dish perfectly captures the comfort and charm of Southern food while giving it a lighter, more colorful presentation.

Ingredients (for 4)

Broccoli florets - 3 cups
Large, pre-cooked, tail-on shrimp - 16 pieces
Medium bell peppers (red and green) - 2 - diced
Medium red onion - 1 - diced
Cloves of garlic - 2 - minced
Green peas - 1 cup
Cooked white rice - 3 cups
Smoked paprika - 1 tsp
Cayenne pepper - 1/2 tsp
Salt - to taste
Olive oil - 2 tbsp
Fresh herbs (parsley, thyme) - - for garnish

Preparation

Step 1 - 🔥🍳🥘

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet on medium heat. Add 1 diced red onion, 2 minced cloves of garlic, and 2 diced bell peppers. Sauté everything until they're soft.
Step 2 - 🍤🌶️🧂

Add 16 pre-cooked shrimps into the skillet, followed by 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika, and 1/2 teaspoon of cayenne pepper. Stir everything well until the shrimps are evenly coated. Sprinkle some salt according to your preference.
Step 3 - 🍚🥄🟢

Fold in 3 cups of cooked white rice and 1 cup of green peas into the mixture. Make sure everything is mixed well.
Step 4 - 🥦🍲⏲️

Add 3 cups of broccoli florets into the skillet and cover it. Let it simmer for about 5 minutes, until the broccoli is bright and tender-crisp.
Step 5 - 🍽️🌿😋

Serve the dish steaming hot and garnish it with a sprinkle of fresh herbs such as parsley and thyme.

Additional

Feel free to switch up the vegetables based on preferences, zucchini or carrots would also work well in this recipe. For a bit of Southern authenticity, sausage can be added in place of or alongside the shrimp. The vibrant colors and textures of the ingredients make it a photogenic dish, while the classic combination of flavors guarantees a delicious meal.