Name: Shrimp Quinoa Bowls
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1 cup uncooked quinoa; 2 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth; 0.5 tsp salt; 1 tbsp olive oil (to drizzle after cooking); 1 lb large shrimp (peeled and deveined); 2 tbsp olive oil (for sautéing); 3 cloves garlic (minced); 1 tsp paprika; 0.5 tsp cumin; 0.25 tsp cayenne pepper (optional); 1 pinch salt and black pepper (to taste); 1 lemon (juiced); 2 cups cherry tomatoes (halved); 1 English cucumber (diced); 1 red bell pepper (sliced); 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen); 2 cups baby spinach or arugula; 1 avocado (sliced); 1 handful fresh cilantro (for garnish); 0.25 cup olive oil (for dressing); 2 tbsp lime juice (freshly squeezed); 1 tbsp honey; 1 tsp Dijon mustard; 1 pinch salt and pepper (to taste)

Description

A vibrant and nutritious dish that combines sautéed shrimp, quinoa, and fresh vegetables, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup uncooked quinoa
2 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
0.5 tsp salt
1 tbsp olive oil (to drizzle after cooking)
1 lb large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
2 tbsp olive oil (for sautéing)
3 cloves garlic (minced)
1 tsp paprika
0.5 tsp cumin
0.25 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
1 pinch salt and black pepper (to taste)
1 lemon (juiced)
2 cups cherry tomatoes (halved)
1 English cucumber (diced)
1 red bell pepper (sliced)
1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
2 cups baby spinach or arugula
1 avocado (sliced)
1 handful fresh cilantro (for garnish)
0.25 cup olive oil (for dressing)
2 tbsp lime juice (freshly squeezed)
1 tbsp honey
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1 pinch salt and pepper (to taste)

Instructions

Rinse the quinoa under cold water to remove any bitterness.
Combine the rinsed quinoa and broth in a pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cover and cook until the quinoa is fluffy, about 15 minutes.
Season the shrimp with paprika, cumin, cayenne (if using), salt, and black pepper.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds; then add the shrimp, cooking until they turn pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes.
Chop your veggies: slice the cherry tomatoes, dice the cucumber, and slice the red bell pepper.
Make the dressing by whisking together the olive oil, lime juice, honey, Dijon mustard, and a pinch of salt and pepper until smooth.
Assemble the bowls: start with a base of quinoa, then layer on the sautéed shrimp, fresh veggies, and avocado slices.
Drizzle the dressing over the top and finish with fresh cilantro for garnish.
Serve immediately or store separately for meal prep.

Notes

Customize your bowls with different toppings for variety and flavor.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Sautéing
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 400
Sugar: 7g
Sodium: 500mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 25g
Cholesterol: 200mg

Keywords: shrimp, quinoa, healthy dinner, easy recipe, seafood bowl