Zesty Shrimp with Tasty Cilantro Rice (Gluten-Free)

Celiac.com 03/03/2016 - Here's a tasty gluten-free dish that's sure to be a big hit with folks who love shrimp and rice. This recipe brings together shrimp, fresh orange zest and juice, scallions, garlic, cilantro and rice to deliver a zesty dish that makes a great diversion from standard dinner fare.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound shrimp
• 1 cup long grain rice
• 1 medium orange
• 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves
• 4 scallions
• 2 clove garlic
• 1 avocado
• 2 tablespoon olive oil
• ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flake
• ½ teaspoon ground cumin
• kosher salt
• ground black pepper

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Directions:
Cook the rice according to package directions. Meanwhile, finely grate 2 teaspoon zest from the orange and set aside.

Cut away the peel and white pith from the orange and, working over a large bowl, cut into segments. Roughly chop the segments and place into the bowl.

Squeeze the juice into the bowl, then mix in the cilantro, scallions, garlic, 1 tablespoon oil, red pepper flakes, and ¼ teaspoon salt.

Heat the remaining tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the shrimp with the reserved zest, the cumin, and ¼ teaspoon each salt and pepper. Cook, tossing occasionally, until opaque throughout, 3 to 4 minutes.

Fold the rice and avocado into the seasoning mixture and serve with the shrimp.