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Shrimp Quinoa Salad Recipe

A light and refreshing shrimp quinoa salad perfect for a quick lunch or dinner.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup quinoa rinsed
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 lb shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup cucumber diced
  • ¼ cup red onion finely chopped
  • ¼ cup feta cheese crumbled
  • 2 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper to taste

Instructions 

  1. 1. Cook quinoa: In a saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add quinoa, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let it sit for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
  2. 2. Cook shrimp: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add shrimp and cook until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  3. 3. Combine ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked quinoa, shrimp, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and feta cheese.
  4. 4. Dress salad: Drizzle lemon juice over the salad, season with salt and black pepper, and toss to combine.
  5. 5. Serve: Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 150mg | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 500mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 4mg

Keywords

Quinoa, Salad, Shrimp
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