30 minutes
2 servings
Zesty Lemon Herb Grilled Shrimp with Quinoa and Rainbow Vegetables
A vibrant and flavorful dish featuring juicy grilled shrimp seasoned with lemon and herbs, served alongside fluffy quinoa and a mix of colorful vegetables.
Ingredients
- 8 oz shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 lemon (juiced and zested)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup quinoa, rinsed
- 1 cup water (for cooking quinoa)
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup bell peppers, sliced (mix of red and green)
- 1/2 cup zucchini, sliced
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Combine lemon juice, zest, 1 tbsp olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and black pepper in a mixing bowl. Add shrimp, toss to coat, and marinate for 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, bring 1 cup of water to a boil in a small saucepan. Add quinoa, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until water is absorbed. Remove from heat and fluff with a fork.
- Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Thread shrimp onto skewers.
- Grill shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side, until pink and cooked through. Remove from grill and set aside.
- In a large sauté pan, heat 1 tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Add broccoli, bell peppers, zucchini, and cherry tomatoes. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Serve grilled shrimp over a bed of quinoa and sautéed vegetables. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Nutritional Information
High protein, rich in omega-3s, low carb