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Green Goddess Rice Bowl With Shrimp

May 19, 2020

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This green goddess rice bowl is SO fresh and delicious! The green goddess dressing is vegan and made with avocado instead of traditional mayo or sour cream. Pair with shrimp or another protein for an easy, healthy dinner idea.

overhead shot of white bowl with green goddess rice and shrimp, gold fork and blue napkin

If you’re looking for an easy dinner idea that is fresh, healthy, and oh-so-delicious, you’ve come to the right place! This is easily one of my favourite recipes I’ve created as of late.

This rice bowl is made with the creamiest green goddess sauce, made with avocado instead of mayonnaise and sour cream.

The avocado adds an extra boost of healthy fats and dietary fibre, plus it makes the sauce even more green than the original version ;).

This green goddess rice bowl is paired with shrimp, but can easily be made vegan by swapping with another protein. You can easily serve the rice with any protein you’d like!

The recipe is also gluten-free to suit a variety of dietary needs. I hope you love it as much as I do!

close side angle of white bowl with green goddess rice and shrimp, gold fork

What Is Green Goddess Dressing?

Green goddess is a popular salad dressing that is rich, creamy, and – you guessed it – green!

Typically, green goddess dressing is made with some variation of mayonnaise, sour cream, parsley, chives, anchovies, tarragon, lemon juice, and pepper.

Vegan Green Goddess Dressing With Avocado

We’re making the original green goddess dressing even MORE green and adding some healthy swaps!

Instead of mayonnaise and sour cream, this recipe uses avocado to get the same creaminess, with way more nutrition. I’ve also left out the anchovies to make this dressing completely plant-based.

I promise, it still tastes SO delicious, super fresh, and incredibly satisfying.

vegan avocado green goddess dressing in a food processor

Ingredients Needed For This Recipe

This green goddess rice recipe is made with just a handful of simple, healthy ingredients:

  • brown rice
  • shrimp
  • olive oil
  • baby spinach
  • avocado
  • parsley
  • chives
  • garlic
  • lemon
  • apple cider vinegar
  • water
  • salt
  • pepper
wood cutting board with cups of spinach, parsley, brown rice, avocado, chives, and lemon

Recipe Modifications

Feel free to swap the brown rice in this recipe for another grain. This bowl would taste great with quinoa or farro, too!

You can also try pairing the green goddess rice with another protein. Enjoy it as a side dish to some baked or crispy salmon, or some baked chicken.

For a vegan option, swap the shrimp for a plant-based protein like tofu or tempeh. Remember – unlike regular green goddess dressing, this one is entirely plant-based!

saucepan with rice mixed with green goddess sauce and spinach

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How To Store & Reheat

The leftovers of this recipe will keep in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days.

It easily reheats on the stovetop (just be sure to stir continuously while it heats). Or, pop it in the microwave!

closeup of white bowl with green goddess rice and shrimp

Avocado Nutrition Benefits

Avocados are rich in heart-healthy monounsaturated fatty acids that make this rice bowl super creamy!

They’re also an excellent source of dietary fibre, with one avocado providing 40% of your daily fibre needs.

In terms of micronutrients, avocados are a good source of:

  • vitamin C
  • vitamin B6
  • vitamin E
  • vitamin K
  • folate
  • magnesium
  • potassium

Brown Rice Nutrition Benefits

Brown rice is a whole grain with an excellent nutrition profile!

It’s a great source of dietary fibre, with 1 cup providing 3.5 grams (about 14% of your daily needs).

It’s also an excellent source of micronutrients, such as:

  • manganese
  • selenium
  • magnesium
  • phosphorus
  • copper
  • zinc
  • iron
  • B-vitamins, like thiamin, niacin, B6, and pantothenic acid

Shrimp Nutrition Benefits

This shellfish is an excellent source of protein. A standard 3-ounce or 85-gram serving provides 18 grams of high-quality, complete protein!

In addition, shrimp is also a source of micronutrients like:

  • selenium
  • vitamin B12
  • iron
  • phosphorus
  • niacin
  • zinc
  • magnesium
  • iron

Shrimp is even a good source of omega-3 fatty acids!

closeup of white bowl with green goddess rice and shrimp, gold fork

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Green Goddess Rice Bowl With Shrimp

This creamy rice bowl is made with a vegan avocado green goddess dressing that is SO fresh, healthy + delicious. Pair with shrimp or your favourite protein! Recipe is gluten-free, with vegan option available.
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mediterranean
Diet Gluten Free, Low Lactose
Keyword avocado, brown rice, lemon, parsley, spinach
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4
Author Carrie Walder

Ingredients

  • 1 cup brown rice, dry
  • Approx. 32 shrimp, thawed, tails-off, deveined
  • 1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 4 cups baby spinach

Vegan Green Goddess Dressing:

  • 1 large avocado
  • 1 cup parsley, packed
  • 1/2 cup chives
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 lemon, juice only
  • 2 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 Tbsp water
  • Salt + pepper, to taste

Instructions

  • Cook brown rice by rinsing rice in a sieve and transferring to a large pot. Add 2 cups water and bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and let cook for about 25 minutes or until all the liquid is absorbed. Turn off heat and let steam for 10 minutes.
  • While the rice cooks, prepare the green goddess dressing by combining all dressing ingredients in a food processor or blender. Blend until smooth, adjusting seasonings as desired.
  • Next, pat shrimp dry with a paper towel and toss in olive oil. Heat a pan to med-high and cook shrimp 2 mins each side. To ensure adequate space between each shrimp, you will likely have to do this in batches. Set cooked shrimp aside in a clean bowl.
  • When the rice is ready, fold in baby spinach and stir in green goddess dressing until well-combined.
  • Serve green goddess rice mixture and top with shrimp. Enjoy!

Notes

*Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. Reheat on the stovetop (stirring frequently) or in the microwave.
RECIPE MODIFICATIONS:
  • Feel free to swap the brown rice in this recipe for another grain. This bowl would taste great with quinoa or farro, too!
  • You can also try pairing the green goddess rice with another protein. Enjoy it as a side dish to some baked or crispy salmon, or some baked chicken.
  • For a vegan option, swap the shrimp for a plant-based protein like tofu. Remember – unlike regular green goddess dressing, this one is entirely plant-based!
 
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20 Comments
Filed Under: Bowls, Mains, Recipes, Sauces & Sides
Tagged With: avocado, fish & shellfish, parsley, spinach

Comments

  1. Julia says

    May 19, 2020 at 9:33 pm

    5 stars
    This was so good & tasted so fresh. I also made it after a full day of work and it was super easy with only a few dishes to wash afterwards. I will definitely be making this again!

    Reply
    • Carrie Walder says

      May 20, 2020 at 11:20 am

      Hi Julia!! Yay I’m so happy to hear you enjoyed it and that it was an easy dish for after work!! Thank you so much for sharing <3

      Reply
  2. Bree Nakatani says

    May 19, 2020 at 9:40 pm

    5 stars
    Carrie! Its 5:30am here (happened to randomly wake) and now im starving for this tonight. Cant wait to make This amazing dish! Salivating.

    Reply
    • Carrie Walder says

      May 20, 2020 at 11:21 am

      Breezy haha!! Yay let me know how it goes!!! I hope you enjoy it <3 <3

      Reply
  3. Cayla says

    May 22, 2020 at 11:02 am

    5 stars
    Super easy and customizable recipe! I used couscous and kale instead of the rice and spinach. The dressing is divine! Even my super picky brother liked it

    Reply
    • Carrie Walder says

      May 22, 2020 at 11:19 am

      Thank you so much for sharing Cayla!! I’m so happy to hear that you enjoyed it, and that your brother approved too ;). Love how you customized this one!!

      Reply
  4. Esther van Kan says

    May 25, 2020 at 9:39 am

    5 stars
    Loved it, very green, very healthy, very easy to make and tons of flavor.

    Reply
    • Carrie Walder says

      May 25, 2020 at 9:45 am

      Hi Esther,

      Thank you so much for sharing!! I’m so happy to hear you enjoyed it and found it flavourful and easy to make 🙂

      Reply
  5. Kasey says

    May 26, 2020 at 1:36 pm

    5 stars
    This recipe was delish! Everyone loved it and it is really nice dish for a warm day. Will be making this again 💯I used wild rice instead as that’s all I had and it worked a treat

    Reply
    • Carrie Walder says

      May 26, 2020 at 2:45 pm

      Love it!!! So happy to hear you enjoyed it Kasey! Thanks for sharing your experience – and yes it can totally be done with another grain!! <3

      Reply
  6. Jazmin says

    July 6, 2020 at 8:31 pm

    5 stars
    This was so yummy and amazing! I was starving when I was cooking it and it totally hit the spot. Light, fresh and filling.

    Reply
    • Carrie Walder says

      July 8, 2020 at 1:42 pm

      Hi Jazmin,

      Thank you so much for sharing your experience!! I’m so happy to hear you enjoyed this one <3

      Reply
  7. Viviane says

    August 26, 2020 at 4:30 pm

    5 stars
    One of the best and fresh bowl I did in my life!

    Reply
    • Carrie Walder says

      August 26, 2020 at 5:37 pm

      Thank you so much for the sweet comment, Viviane! I’m so happy to hear you enjoyed this one 🙂

      Reply
  8. Tara Romer says

    August 27, 2020 at 1:47 pm

    5 stars
    I made this recipe and it did not disappoint! It was delicious! There are many “green sauces” out there and not all are created equal. This sauce was fast, easy, super yummy and a great way to use up some fresh summer herbs (and it’s spot prawn season here in BC) 😉

    Reply
    • Carrie Walder says

      August 28, 2020 at 10:18 am

      Hi Tara! Aw thank you so much for the kind comment. I’m so happy to hear you enjoyed this one. GENIUS to pair this with spot prawns – I need to do that too haha (they’re the best!!)

      Reply
  9. Tara says

    August 30, 2020 at 5:09 am

    This looks amazing! I’m curious if the leftovers will turn brown or taste off because of the avocado?

    Reply
    • Carrie Walder says

      August 30, 2020 at 10:25 am

      Hi Tara! Thank you so much!! I don’t find that they did – there’s lemon in the green goddess dressing which helps to slow down browning. It should be good till at least the next day! I didn’t have leftovers for any longer than that the two times I made it haha 🙂

      Reply
  10. Ashlen Leonard says

    January 20, 2021 at 8:25 pm

    5 stars
    Absolutely loved this green and vibrant recipe! I used some of the leftover sauce in other dishes later in the week and it refrigerates very well.

    Reply
    • Carrie Walder says

      January 21, 2021 at 10:50 am

      Thank you so much for your review, Ashlen! It’s so appreciated :). So happy you enjoyed this dish and LOVE that you used the leftover green goddess sauce in other ways!!

      Reply

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