How to Make Shrimp Quinoa - A Step-by-Step Guide

Shrimp Quinoa is a delicious and nutritious dish that combines the tender, succulent flavor of shrimp with the earthy texture of quinoa. This recipe is not only easy to prepare, but it also offers a variety of health benefits, making it an excellent choice for a wholesome meal.

Quinoa is a grain that is well-known for being a complete protein, containing all nine essential amino acids. It is also rich in fiber, iron, and magnesium, making it a great addition to a balanced and healthy ...

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Ingredients

  • 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

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • 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

    378 cal.

    • Total Fat: 11g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 173mg
    • Sodium: 207mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 45g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Total Sugars: 10g
    • Protein: 27g
    • Vitamin C: 49mg
    • Calcium: 87mg
    • Iron: 6mg
    • Potassium: 754mg