Description
Lemon Garlic Shrimp & Quinoa is a vibrant dish that combines the zesty brightness of lemon and the robust flavor of garlic with tender shrimp, all served over fluffy quinoa. This quick and nutritious meal is perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests. With its customizable nature, you can easily add seasonal vegetables or swap proteins to suit your taste. Each bite is a delightful explosion of flavors that will elevate your dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 cup quinoa
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa under cold water until clear. In a saucepan, combine rinsed quinoa with 2 cups water or broth. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes until fluffy.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for one minute until fragrant.
- Add shrimp to the skillet; season with salt and pepper. Cook for about three minutes per side until pink and curled.
- Stir in cooked quinoa and lemon juice until well combined; garnish with parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 220mg