Garlic Lemon Shrimp & Quinoa Bowl
💡 A light, protein-packed meal with fresh flavors and balanced nutrition!
Ingredients (Serves 4)
1 lb shrimp (peeled & deveined)
1 cup quinoa (rinsed)
2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth (or water)
1 tbsp olive oil
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
1/2 tsp paprika
1 lemon (zested & juiced)
1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
1/2 cup cucumber (diced)
1/4 cup red onion (finely chopped)
2 cups baby spinach or arugula
1/4 cup feta cheese (optional)
1 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
1️⃣ Cook the Quinoa:
In a pot, bring broth or water to a boil.
Add quinoa, cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 15 minutes.
Remove from heat and fluff with a fork.
2️⃣ Prepare the Shrimp:
Pat shrimp dry and season with paprika, salt, and pepper.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Add garlic and red pepper flakes; sauté for 30 seconds.
Add shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
Squeeze in lemon juice and zest, then remove from heat.
3️⃣ Assemble the Bowl:
In a large bowl, toss spinach, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
Add quinoa and shrimp.
Top with feta (if using), fresh parsley, and extra lemon juice.
Nutritional Breakdown (per serving):
✅ Calories: ~350
✅ Protein: ~34g
✅ Carbs: ~40g (low to moderate glycemic)
✅ Fat: ~9g
✅ Fiber: ~6g
🍋 Fresh, nutritious, and packed with protein to fuel your body! 💪
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