30-Minute Garlic Shrimp and Quinoa Bowl
Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with this 30-Minute Garlic Shrimp and Quinoa Bowl. This quick and nutritious dish features juicy shrimp sautéed in aromatic garlic, complemented by colorful bell peppers and fluffy quinoa. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this recipe brings together vibrant flavors and textures in just half an hour.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water or broth
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced (any color)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa under cold water. In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa and water/broth. Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer for about 15 minutes until fluffy.
- While quinoa cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add diced bell peppers with a pinch of salt and pepper; sauté for about 3 minutes until softened.
- Stir in shrimp and lemon juice; cook until shrimp turn pink (about 3-5 minutes).
- Fluff cooked quinoa with a fork and mix it into the skillet with shrimp and veggies.
- Serve warm, garnished with extra lemon juice or fresh herbs if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 220mg