Best 14 Shrimp Quinoa Recipes

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Shrimp quinoa is a delicious and healthy meal that can be prepared quickly and easily. It is a great source of protein, fiber, and essential vitamins and minerals. The combination of shrimp and quinoa creates a flavorful and satisfying dish that is perfect for lunch or dinner. With its vibrant colors and textures, shrimp quinoa is a dish that will impress your family and friends. In this article, we will provide you with a step-by-step guide to creating the perfect shrimp quinoa dish. We will also provide tips on how to select the freshest shrimp and quinoa, as well as how to store and reheat leftovers. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to enjoy this delicious and nutritious meal.

Here are our top 14 tried and tested recipes!

SPICY COCONUT SHRIMP WITH QUINOA



Spicy Coconut Shrimp with Quinoa image

Help yourself to a plate full-generous servings are still lower in calories and big on protein. If you have company, you can add a salad and call it a day. -Keri Whitney, Castro Valley, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 cup quinoa, rinsed
2 cups water
1/4 teaspoon salt
SHRIMP:
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot
1/2 teaspoon curry powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 pound uncooked shrimp (26-30 per pound), peeled and deveined
2 cups fresh snow peas (about 7 ounces), trimmed
3 tablespoons light coconut milk
1 tablespoon orange juice
1/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine quinoa, water and salt; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 12-15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat; fluff with a fork., Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir 4-6 minutes or until tender. Stir in ginger, curry powder, cumin, salt and cayenne; cook 1 minute longer., Add shrimp and snow peas to skillet; cook and stir 3-4 minutes or until shrimp turn pink and snow peas are crisp-tender. Stir in coconut milk and orange juice; heat through. Serve with quinoa; top each serving with coconut and cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 138mg cholesterol, Sodium 451mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SHRIMP QUINOA



Shrimp Quinoa image

A delicious stir fry-like dish that includes vegetables and shrimp.

Provided by DIEGO782

Categories     Seafood     Shellfish     Shrimp

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup uncooked quinoa, rinsed
1 ½ cups chicken broth
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 onion, diced
1 red bell pepper, diced
8 spears fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1 inch pieces
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
¼ cup raisins
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger root
1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tablespoon lemon juice
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring the quinoa and chicken broth to a boil in a saucepan over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the quinoa is tender about 15 minutes. Turn off the heat, and let the remaining liquid absorb into the quinoa.
  • Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in the garlic, onion, and red bell pepper; cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the asparagus, mushrooms, raisins, and ginger; continue cooking until the asparagus is tender. Stir in the shrimp, and cook until the shrimp have turned pink and are no longer translucent in the center.
  • Stir the lemon juice into the quinoa, then toss the quinoa with the shrimp and vegetable mixture. Season to taste with salt and pepper before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 378.4 calories, Carbohydrate 44.7 g, Cholesterol 172.6 mg, Fat 10.6 g, Fiber 5.8 g, Protein 27.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 207.1 mg, Sugar 10 g

SHRIMP AND QUINOA



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This delicious shrimp, quinoa, and vegetable recipe can be eaten hot as a main dish or cold as a salad.

Provided by BLUESP

Categories     Seafood     Shellfish     Shrimp

Time 55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 ½ cups water
1 cup uncooked quinoa
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 red onion, chopped
½ green bell pepper, chopped
½ cup sliced fresh mushrooms
6 fresh asparagus spears, trimmed and chopped
¼ cup golden raisins
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger root
salt and pepper to taste
1 pound medium shrimp - peeled and deveined
1 lime, juiced
2 tablespoons olive oil
½ cup chopped Italian flat leaf parsley

Steps:

  • In a large pot, bring the water to a boil, and stir in the quinoa. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer 15 minutes. Remove from heat, and set aside 10 minutes, or until all liquid has been absorbed.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, and saute the onion and green bell pepper until tender. Mix in the mushrooms, asparagus, raisins, and ginger, and continue cooking until asparagus is tender. Season with salt and pepper. Mix in the shrimp, and cook 5 minutes, or until opaque.
  • In a large bowl, mix the quinoa with the lime juice and remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil. Toss with the skillet mixture and parsley to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 457.5 calories, Carbohydrate 43.6 g, Cholesterol 172.5 mg, Fat 18.3 g, Fiber 5.5 g, Protein 31.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 179 mg, Sugar 8.6 g

QUINOA SALAD WITH LIME GINGER DRESSING AND SHRIMP



Quinoa Salad with Lime Ginger Dressing and Shrimp image

This salad, with its gingery lime dressing, scallions and cilantro and a little bit of heat, has Asian overtones. Serve it as a side dish or a light lunch or supper. Vegetarians will enjoy this without the shrimp, which garnish the top of the salad.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Time 10m

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
1 tablespoon seasoned rice wine vinegar
1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger (more to taste)
1 small garlic clove, minced
Salt to taste
Pinch of cayenne
2 teaspoons Asian sesame oil or walnut oil
1/4 cup canola oil
2 tablespoons buttermilk
3 cups cooked quinoa (3/4 cup uncooked)
4 scallions, white and light green parts, sliced thin
1 small cucumber, halved, seeded and thinly sliced on the diagonal
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
12 to 16 cooked medium shrimp, peeled

Steps:

  • In a small bowl or measuring cup, whisk together the lime juice, rice wine vinegar, ginger, garlic, salt, cayenne, sesame oil, canola oil, and buttermilk.
  • In a salad bowl, combine the quinoa, scallions, cucumber, and cilantro. Toss with the dressing and divide among salad plates. Top each portion with 3 or 4 shrimp, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 341, UnsaturatedFat 17 grams, Carbohydrate 34 grams, Fat 19 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 10 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 596 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams

QUINOA BOWL WITH SHRIMP



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup quinoa
Kosher salt
3 tablespoons canola oil
1 pound (21-25 count) shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 cups broccoli florets
1 red bell pepper, ribs and seeds removed, thinly sliced
1 yellow bell pepper, ribs and seeds removed, thinly sliced
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon thinly sliced ginger, skin removed
1/2 cup shelled edamame
3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon agave syrup
Juice of 1/2 lemon
1 tablespoon sriracha

Steps:

  • For the quinoa: Pour the quinoa into a bowl and cover with cold water. Transfer to a fine mesh strainer and drain well.
  • Put 2 cups water in a medium saucepan and season with salt so it tastes like the sea. Bring to a boil, then add the quinoa. Stir, reduce the heat to a simmer and cook until the water is absorbed, around 15 minutes. Set aside.
  • For the shrimp and vegetables: Heat a wok or large skillet over high heat, then add half of the oil and all of the shrimp. Cook, stirring the entire time, until the shrimp are cooked through, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove the shrimp and set aside.
  • Add the remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons oil to the wok, followed by the broccoli, peppers, garlic, ginger and edamame. Cook, stirring the entire time, for 2 to 3 minutes. Add the soy sauce and agave, cooked quinoa and shrimp, then sprinkle with the lemon juice and sriracha and toss.

MEDITERRANEAN QUINOA SALAD WITH SHRIMP



Mediterranean Quinoa Salad with Shrimp image

This is a variation of one of my favorites, cold whole grains, raw vegetables, feta, olives, and balsamic vinegar. This is a simple dish that is healthy and delicious!

Provided by emilyk

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Shrimp Salad Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup cooked shrimp
1 lemon, juiced
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 pint grape tomatoes
1 cup cooked quinoa
¾ English cucumber, chopped
½ yellow bell pepper, chopped
½ green bell pepper, chopped
½ cup kalamata olives, chopped
¼ red onion, chopped
¼ cup crumbled feta cheese
¼ cup olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon oregano

Steps:

  • Toss shrimp with lemon juice, salt, and black pepper in a bowl; set aside to marinate, about 15 minutes.
  • Mix tomatoes, quinoa, cucumber, yellow bell pepper, green bell pepper, kalamata olives, red onion, and feta cheese together in a large bowl.
  • Whisk together olive oil, vinegar, and oregano in a separate bowl; add to vegetable and quinoa mixture and toss well to combine.
  • Top quinoa mixture with marinated shrimp to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 133.6 calories, Carbohydrate 9 g, Cholesterol 30.6 mg, Fat 9.2 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 5.1 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 229.2 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

QUINOA SALAD WITH LIME GINGER DRESSING AND SHRIMP



Quinoa Salad With Lime Ginger Dressing and Shrimp image

This salad has a ginger lime dressing, scallions, cilantro and a bit of heat. Can be served as a side dish or a light meal. Cooked quinoa will keep for 3 or 4 days in the refrigerator. You can make the dressing and prepare the ingredients for the salad a few hours ahead. Quinoa (pronounced keen-wah) is not a grain; it is actually a seed and related to the spinach family. When cooked, quinoa is light, fluffy, slightly crunchy and subtly flavored. It actually cooks and tastes like a grain, making it an excellent replacement for grains that are difficult to digest. Compared to other grains, quinoa is higher in calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, potassium, iron, copper, manganese, and zinc than wheat, barley, or corn. Published in the New York Times, Nov. 8, 2008.

Provided by Kats Mom

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 15m

Yield 4 salads, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons lime juice, freshly squeezed if possible
1 tablespoon seasoned rice wine vinegar
1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced (more to taste)
1 small garlic clove, minced
salt, to taste
1 pinch cayenne
2 teaspoons sesame oil or 2 teaspoons walnut oil
1/4 cup canola oil
2 tablespoons buttermilk
3 cups cooked quinoa (3/4 cup uncooked)
4 scallions, white and light green parts, sliced thin
1 small cucumber, halved, seeded and thinly sliced on the diagonal
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
12 -16 cooked medium shrimp, peeled

Steps:

  • In a small bowl or measuring cup, whisk together the lime juice, rice wine vinegar, ginger, garlic, salt, cayenne, sesame oil, canola oil, and buttermilk.
  • In a salad bowl, combine the quinoa, scallions, cucumber, and cilantro.
  • Toss with the dressing and divide among salad plates, top each portion with 3 or 4 shrimp, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 342.7, Fat 18.9, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 23, Sodium 124.2, Carbohydrate 35, Fiber 4.8, Sugar 2.1, Protein 9.7

SHRIMP AND MUSHROOM QUINOA RISOTTO



Shrimp and Mushroom Quinoa Risotto image

Categories     Milk/Cream     Mushroom     Parmesan     Quinoa     Clam     Shrimp     White Wine     Gourmet

Yield Makes 8 main-course servings

Number Of Ingredients 28

For clam broth
8 cups cold water
2 lb small hard-shell clams (2 to 2 1/2 inches in diameter)
1 celery rib, coarsely chopped
1 large carrot, coarsely chopped
1/2 large red onion, coarsely chopped
1 Turkish or 1/2 California bay leaf
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For quinoa
2 cups quinoa (12 ounces)
2 lb medium shrimp in shell (31 to 35 per pound), peeled and deveined
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1 tablespoon achiote (annatto) seeds
1/2 stick (1/4 cup) unsalted butter
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 lb cremini or button mushrooms, trimmed and sliced (3/4 inch thick; 3 cups)
1/2 lb oyster mushrooms, trimmed and large caps halved lengthwise (2 3/4 cups)
1 (5- to 6-oz) portabella mushroom cap, sliced (1/4 inch thick)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 large red onion, thinly sliced
2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons bottled aj amarillo purée
1 cup dry white wine
3/4 teaspoon crumbled saffron threads
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/4 lb finely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano (2 cups)
3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil

Steps:

  • Make clam broth:
  • Combine all broth ingredients in a 4- to 6-quart heavy pot and simmer, partially covered, 30 minutes. Pour through a fine-mesh sieve, then discard solids. Transfer broth to a 3-quart heavy saucepan and cover.
  • Prepare quinoa:
  • Wash quinoa in 3 changes of cold water in a bowl, draining in fine-mesh sieve between changes of water. Return quinoa to bowl.
  • Pat shrimp dry and sprinkle with teaspoon salt.
  • Heat vegetable oil and achiote seeds in a 1 1/2- to 2-quart heavy saucepan over low heat until oil is bright yellow, about 10 minutes. Pour oil through sieve into cleaned 4- to 6-quart heavy pot, discarding seeds.
  • Add 1 tablespoon butter to oil in pot and heat over moderately high heat until foam subsides, then cook shrimp and 1/4 teaspoon pepper, stirring, until shrimp are almost cooked through, 3 to 5 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl using a slotted spoon. (Do not clean pot.)
  • Heat 2 tablespoons butter in pot over moderate heat until foam subsides, then cook mushrooms with 1/2 teaspoon salt and remaining 1/4 teaspoon pepper, stirring and scraping up any brown bits from bottom of pot, until mushrooms are softened and exude liquid, about 5 minutes. (If mushrooms do not exude liquid, add 1/2 cup water to help scrape up any brown bits.) Add mushrooms with liquid to shrimp. (Do not clean pot.)
  • Heat olive oil and remaining tablespoon butter in pot over moderate heat until foam subsides, then cook onion, garlic, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt, stirring occasionally, until onion is softened, about 5 minutes. Add quinoa and aj amarillo and cook, stirring, 5 minutes. Add wine and saffron, then simmer briskly, stirring constantly, until wine is absorbed, about 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, bring clam broth to a simmer and stir, then keep at a bare simmer.
  • Add 1/2 cup broth to quinoa and simmer briskly, stirring constantly, until broth is absorbed. Continue simmering and adding hot broth, about 1/2 cup at a time, stirring quinoa frequently and letting each addition be absorbed before adding the next, until quinoa is tender and its germs separate from grains, about 30 minutes total. (There will be some broth left over.)
  • Stir cream into risotto and bring to a simmer over moderate heat, then add shrimp mixture with any juices and cook, stirring, until shrimp are just cooked through, 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in cheese and 2 tablespoons basil, then season with salt and pepper. Serve sprinkled with remaining tablespoon basil.

SPICY SHRIMP WITH GINGER LIME QUINOA



Spicy Shrimp with Ginger Lime Quinoa image

Quick and easy broiled shrimp served on a bed of green-studded quinoa.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup quinoa, rinsed and drained
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 lime
1-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and finely grated
1/2 small jalapeno, finely chopped (seeds removed for less heat)
2 scallions, thinly sliced
1/3 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
1 1/4 pounds medium shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails removed
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon hot paprika

Steps:

  • Preheat the broiler to high. Put the quinoa in a small saucepan with 1 1/2 cups water and 3/4 teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to maintain a gentle simmer and cook, uncovered, until quinoa grains are tender, about 15 minutes. Let stand for 5 minutes. Drain off any excess water if needed, transfer to a large bowl and fluff with a fork.
  • Whisk 1 tablespoon oil, zest and juice from half the lime, ginger and jalapeno together in a small bowl until combined. Season with salt and pepper. Pour over the quinoa, add the scallions and cilantro and toss well.
  • Toss the shrimp, the remaining 1 tablespoon oil and paprika together on a baking sheet. Broil until the shrimp are opaque and cooked through, about 4 minutes. Drizzle with the juice from the remaining lime half and serve with the quinoa.
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SKINNY THAI SHRIMP AND QUINOA CURRY



Skinny Thai Shrimp and Quinoa Curry image

340 total calories• 88% less sat fat than the original recipe. This quinoa may have shrimp, but it's not shrimpy. Get ready to fill up on this whole grain goodness.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound fresh or frozen large shrimp
1 cup dry quinoa or whole wheat couscous*
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
1/2 teaspoon curry powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
6 ounces frozen snap peas, thawed, trimmed, and halved lengthwise (2 cups)
1/4 cup orange juice
3 tablespoons unsweetened light coconut milk
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup snipped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Thaw shrimp, if frozen. Peel and devein shrimp; rinse and pat dry. Set aside. To prepare quinoa, rinse in cold water and drain in a fine-mesh strainer. In a medium saucepan, bring 1 1/2 cups water to boiling; add quinoa. Return to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and cook for 15 minutes. When all of the water is absorbed, remove quinoa from heat and let stand for 5 minutes.
  • In a large nonstick skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir about 5 minutes or until tender. Add ginger, curry powder, cumin, and cayenne pepper; cook and stir for 1 minute. Add shrimp and peas, stirring to coat with the spices. Cook and stir about 3 minutes or until shrimp are opaque. Stir in orange juice, coconut milk, and salt; heat through.
  • Serve shrimp mixture with quinoa or couscous. Top each serving with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340, Carbohydrate 39 g, Cholesterol 170 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 5 g, Protein 31 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 330 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g

SHRIMP SKEWERS WITH ASIAN QUINOA



Shrimp Skewers with Asian Quinoa image

Quinoa is a more complete protein than most other grains. We think you'll be hearing more requests for this flavorful Asian-inspired dish. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup rice vinegar
3 tablespoons apricot preserves
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup water
2/3 cup quinoa, rinsed
1-3/4 cups frozen broccoli, carrots and water chestnuts, thawed and coarsely chopped
1-1/4 pounds uncooked jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. In a small saucepan, combine the water, quinoa and 1/3 cup vinegar mixture. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Remove from the heat. Stir in vegetables. Cover and let stand for 10 minutes., Meanwhile, on four metal or soaked wooden skewers, thread shrimp. If grilling the shrimp, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil; using long-handled tongs, lightly coat the grill rack., Grill shrimp, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 6-8 minutes or until shrimp turn pink, basting frequently with remaining vinegar mixture and turning once. Serve with quinoa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 348 calories, Fat 10g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 172mg cholesterol, Sodium 365mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

QUINOA SALAD WITH LIME GINGER DRESSING AND SHRIMP



QUINOA SALAD WITH LIME GINGER DRESSING AND SHRIMP image

Categories     Shellfish

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

For the dressing:
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
1 tablespoon seasoned rice wine vinegar
1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger (more to taste)
1 small garlic clove, minced
Salt to taste
Pinch of cayenne
2 teaspoons Asian sesame oil or walnut oil
1/4 cup canola oil
2 tablespoons buttermilk
For the salad:
3 cups cooked quinoa (3/4 cup uncooked)
4 scallions, white and light green parts, sliced thin
1 small cucumber, halved, seeded and thinly sliced on the diagonal
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
12 to 16 cooked medium shrimp, peeled

Steps:

  • 1. In a small bowl or measuring cup, whisk together the lime juice, rice wine vinegar, ginger, garlic, salt, cayenne, sesame oil, canola oil, and buttermilk. 2. In a salad bowl, combine the quinoa, scallions, cucumber, and cilantro. Toss with the dressing and divide among salad plates. Top each portion with 3 or 4 shrimp, and serve.

CHIMICHURRI, SHRIMP AND QUINOA



CHIMICHURRI, SHRIMP AND QUINOA image

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 26

For Chimichurri:
1/2 cup flat leaf parsley, finely chopped
1/2 cup cilantro, finely chopped
1/3 cup green onions, finely chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 jalapeño, minced
2 tablespoons fresh oregano, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/8 cup red wine vinegar
Zest of 1 lemon
Juice of 1/2 lemon
3/4 cup olive oil
1/2 teaspoon fresh cracked pepper
Salt to taste
You Will Also Need:
12 ounces jumbo shrimp, cleaned and peeled, uncooked
For Quinoa:
1 cup quinoa, rinsed and drained
1 tablespoon olive oil, plus more for cooking shrimp
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 3/4 cup chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/3 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/3 teaspoon pepper
Salt to taste
Serve this dish with a simple salad of tomatoes, cucumbers and pickled red onions....

Steps:

  • Directions: 1. In a medium bowl, combine all of the ingredients for the chimichurri sauce. Taste for salt. Add 1/3 of the sauce with the cleaned shrimp in another bowl. Cover and marinate in refrigerator for 2 hours. 2. Remove shrimp from refrigerator 20 minutes before cooking time. 3. In a medium pan, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and heat to medium heat. Add the garlic and cook for 1 to 2 minutes. Add the quinoa that has been rinsed and drained. Add the chicken broth and spices, stir well to combine. Cover,reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 15 to 18 minutes or until all the broth has evaporated. Remove from heat and let stand for 10 minutes. 4. While the quinoa is resting, preheat 2 to 3 tablespoons of olive oil to medium heat for 3 minutes. Add the shrimp to the hot pan, spreading it out evenly so it's not crowded. This will help the shrimp brown nicely and not steam. Cook for just about 2 minutes per side or until pink in color. You may have to cook the shrimp in batches, so transfer the cooked shrimp to the pan with the quinoa while you cook all of the shrimp. Before serving, lightly fluff the quinoa with a fork.

SHRIMP QUINOA



SHRIMP QUINOA image

Categories     Shellfish     Sauté     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Dinner

Yield 5-8 people

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 onion, minced
i large yellow squash, cut into small cubes
1 large zucchini, cut into small squares
1/2 lb (or 1 lb depending on how meaty you want it) medium shrimp, cooked
1 cup quinoa
1/3 cup dry sherry
1 tsp. garlic, minced
1 tsp. ground ginger
1/2 tsp. basil
1/2 tsp. thyme
sea salt, to taste
olive oil for cooking

Steps:

  • Boil 2 cups water and add 1 cup quinoa, simmering on low until the water is absorbed by the grains (about ten minutes - the grains will look transparent and have a little white ring around them). Set aside. In a large pan on medium heat, sautee diced onion, garlic, yellow squash and zucchini with olive oil. Add shrimp (it's already cooked, so just reheat it), herbs/spices, and quinoa. While stirring it, pour in the dry sherry and turn the heat up to high while you stir everything together. Sprinkle sea salt into the mix to taste (I use more than I would for most things because quinoa is pretty bland on it's own... but taste it as you go or just have some on the table). It doesn't crisp up like fried rice, but I just like to blast it with heat before I serve it.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: This will make a big difference in the flavor of your shrimp quinoa.
  • Be careful not to overcook the shrimp: They should be cooked just until they are opaque and pink.
  • Fluff the quinoa before serving: This will help to separate the grains and make it light and fluffy.
  • Season the quinoa to taste: You can use salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, or any other spices that you like.
  • Add your favorite vegetables and mix-ins: Shrimp quinoa is a versatile dish that can be customized to your liking. Some popular additions include bell peppers, broccoli, carrots, edamame, and nuts.

Conclusion:

Shrimp quinoa is a delicious, healthy, and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover shrimp. With its simple ingredients and customizable options, shrimp quinoa is a dish that everyone will enjoy.

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