High Protein Lemon Garlic Shrimp Quinoa Bowls for a Healthy Feast
A nutritious and delicious bowl featuring shrimp, quinoa, and a zesty lemon garlic dressing, perfect for a healthy meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: High Protein
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Rinse the quinoa under cold water and drain.
- In a saucepan, combine quinoa and water; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until water is absorbed.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat; add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add shrimp to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook until pink and opaque.
- Stir in lemon juice and zest, mixing well.
- Fluff the cooked quinoa with a fork and divide into bowls.
- Top quinoa with the lemon garlic shrimp and garnish with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For added flavor, marinate shrimp in lemon juice and garlic for 30 minutes before cooking.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for extra nutrition.
- This dish can be served warm or cold, making it great for meal prep.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 200mg