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Shrimp Quinoa Bowl

Savory Shrimp Quinoa Bowl: Healthy & Customizable Delight

This Shrimp Quinoa Bowl is a healthy, customizable dish featuring succulent shrimp and vibrant vegetables.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian, Healthy, Mediterranean
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Quinoa
  • 1 cup Quinoa use white, red, or tri-color
  • 2 cups Low-Sodium Chicken/Veggie Broth
For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Large Shrimp can substitute with grilled chicken or tofu
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil for sautéing
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • Spices (Paprika, Cumin, Cayenne) season to taste
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes
  • 1 cup Cucumber
  • 1 cup Bell Pepper
  • 1 cup Corn
  • 1 handful Spinach/Arugula
  • 1 whole Avocado sliced
  • 1 bunch Fresh Cilantro can be substituted with parsley
For the Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil good quality
  • 1 juice Lime
  • 1 tablespoon Honey can replace with agave syrup for vegan
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • skillet
  • Fine mesh strainer
  • Small bowl

Method
 

Directions
  1. Rinse 1 cup of quinoa under cold running water in a fine mesh strainer. In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa with 2 cups of broth, bring to a boil, reduce to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes.
  2. Pat dry 1 pound of large shrimp with a paper towel. In a skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds. Add shrimp, season, and cook for 3-4 minutes until pink and opaque.
  3. Chop 1 cup each of cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell peppers, and corn. Include a handful of spinach or arugula in bite-sized pieces.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of olive oil, the juice of 1 lime, 1 tablespoon of honey, and 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard until smooth.
  5. Assemble the bowl with quinoa as the base, topped with sautéed shrimp, chopped vegetables, and slices of avocado.
  6. Drizzle dressing over the assembled bowl and garnish with fresh cilantro. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Rinse quinoa before cooking to remove bitterness. Store ingredients separately for meal prep freshness. Adjust spices based on personal preference.

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