Ingredients
1 1/2 lbs large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 cup uncooked quinoa
2 tbsp olive oil
1 bell pepper, sliced
1/2 medium onion, chopped
2 green onions, sliced (optional)
1 1/2 tsp Cajun seasoning (or blend: paprika, garlic powder, oregano, cayenne)
1 lemon, juiced and zested
1/4 tsp salt
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
1 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
1 tsp lime juice
Instructions
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high
Season shrimp with Cajun seasoning and salt
Cook shrimp 2-3 minutes until pink and curled
Push shrimp to one side, add onions and peppers
Saute 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp
Stir in quinoa, lemon juice and zest, and 1/4 cup water
Simmer 10 minutes until quinoa is fluffy
Stir in shrimp and green onions
Garnish with parsley and cilantro
Adjust seasoning to taste
Serve warm
Notes
Substitute quinoa with brown rice or cauliflower rice
Increase peppers for extra crunch
Add canned black beans (drained) for extra protein
Use lime juice in place of lemon juice
Store in airtight containers for up to 3 days
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: High Protein Meals
- Method: Pan-searing
- Cuisine: Creole/Cajun
- Diet: Halal
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 160mg