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a quinoa bowl with shrimp and vegetables on a silver tray.
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Shrimp Quinoa Bowl

This shrimp quinoa bowl is a fresh, flavorful dish made with tender shrimp, crisp vegetables, and quinoa, all tossed in a tangy dressing. It’s a quick and satisfying meal that’s easy to customize with your favorite ingredients.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Diet:
Keyword: quinoa bowl, shrimp bowl, shrimp quinoa bowl
Servings: 1 serving
Author: Joanie Zisk

Equipment

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup uncooked quinoa (about ¾ cup cooked)
  • ½ cup water
  • 1 medium garlic clove -chopped
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt -divided
  • ¼ teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper -divided
  • ⅛ teaspoon sugar
  • 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
  • 1 ½ tablespoons olive oil
  • ¼ medium red bell pepper -chopped (3 oz)
  • ¼ medium cucumber -chopped (2 oz)
  • ¼ cup frozen peas -thawed
  • 1 green onion -sliced (white and green parts separated)
  • 6 medium to large cooked shrimp (about ¼ pound/4 ounces)
  • 1 tablespoon thinly sliced fresh basil
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Instructions

  • Cook the Quinoa: If needed, rinse the quinoa. In a 1-quart saucepan, combine quinoa, water, garlic, ⅛ teaspoon of salt, and ⅛ teaspoon of pepper. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes until the water is absorbed.
  • Make the Dressing: In a medium bowl, dissolve the sugar in vinegar. Whisk in olive oil and season with ⅛ teaspoon of salt and ⅛ teaspoon of pepper.
  • Mix the Vegetables: In a bowl, toss red bell pepper, cucumber, peas, and the white parts of the green onion with half of the dressing.
  • Toss the Shrimp: In a separate bowl, toss the shrimp with the remaining dressing.
  • Assemble the Bowl: Add cooked quinoa to a serving bowl. Top with the vegetable mixture and shrimp. Sprinkle with basil and the green parts of the green onion.

Notes

 
  • Adjust the Dressing: Taste and tweak the seasoning before mixing—add more sugar, vinegar, salt, or pepper if needed.
  • Add Garnishes Last: Sprinkle basil and green onion tops just before serving for the freshest flavor.
  • Serve Fresh: Enjoy immediately for the best texture and crisp vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 425kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 16g | Cholesterol: 66mg | Sodium: 690mg | Potassium: 512mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1382IU | Vitamin C: 58mg | Calcium: 58mg | Iron: 3mg

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