🍤 Mediterranean Shrimp Bowl with Quinoa 🥗🍋
This Mediterranean Shrimp Bowl with Quinoa is a refreshing and satisfying dish loaded with bold Mediterranean flavors. Juicy shrimp cooked in garlic and lemon are served over fluffy quinoa and paired with crisp cucumber, ripe tomatoes, salty feta, and tangy kalamata olives, all topped with creamy tzatziki sauce. 🌟✨
Ingredients:
For the Shrimp:
1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined 🍤
1 tbsp olive oil 🌿
2 cloves garlic, minced 🧄
Juice and zest of 1 lemon 🍋
1 tsp dried oregano 🌿
Salt & pepper to taste 🧂
For the Quinoa:
1 cup quinoa, rinsed and cooked 🍚
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped 🌿
1 tbsp olive oil 🌿
1 tbsp lemon juice 🍋
Salt to taste 🧂
For the Toppings:
1 cup diced cucumber 🥒
1 cup diced tomatoes 🍅
1/4 cup kalamata olives, sliced 🫒
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese 🧀
1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped (optional) 🧅
For the Tzatziki Sauce:
1/2 cup Greek yogurt 🥛
1/4 cup grated cucumber, squeezed to remove excess water 🥒
1 clove garlic, minced 🧄
1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped 🌿
1 tbsp lemon juice 🍋
Salt & pepper to taste 🧂
Instructions:
Cook the Quinoa:
Rinse and cook the quinoa according to package instructions. Once cooked, fluff with a fork and stir in parsley, olive oil, lemon juice, and salt. Set aside.
Prepare the Tzatziki Sauce:
In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, dill, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well and chill until ready to serve.
Cook the Shrimp:
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add shrimp, lemon juice, lemon zest, oregano, salt, and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until shrimp are pink and cooked through. Remove from heat.
Assemble the Bowls:
Divide the quinoa into serving bowls. Top each bowl with cooked shrimp, diced cucumber, tomatoes, kalamata olives, and feta cheese. Add red onion if desired.
Finish with Tzatziki:
Drizzle the bowls with tzatziki sauce or serve it on the side.
Garnish and Serve:
Garnish with extra parsley, dill, or a lemon wedge for a fresh Mediterranean touch. Serve immediately and enjoy!
This Mediterranean Shrimp Bowl with Quinoa is a perfect balance of light, zesty, and hearty flavors. It’s a healthy, vibrant meal that’s great for lunch, dinner, or meal prep! 💛
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