Chilli-Lime-Shrimp-Quinoa

Chilli Lime Shrimp Quinoa

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Quinoa is the ultimate superfood.  It’s packed full of protein, fiber, and vitamins. Quinoa can be used in so many dishes from breakfast bowls to dinner, and it’s easy to have it take on the flavor or what you add to it.  I combined a recipe I used on tofu on these shrimp and veggies and made Chilli Lime Shrimp Quinoa. It’s pretty easy to make and the flavors are amazing.

The lime, garlic, and chilli powder combined bring out such a unique flavor, so let’s dive in. This recipe makes 4 servings.

Ingredients

For Quinoa

  • 3/4 cup uncooked quinoa, rinsed
  • 1 1/4 cups of water
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 2 cloves of garlic chopped
  • 1 tsp chilli powder

Directions
1.  Bring water to boil in saucepan.
2.  Add quinoa and reduce heat to low.  Let cook about 15-20 minutes until all water is absorbed.
3.  Let sit for about 5 minutes then add the lime juice, garlic, and chilli powder and stir well.

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For Shrimp and Veggies

  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp Pink Himalayan Sea Salt
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 lb of thawed raw shrimp (I like Trader Joe’s wild-caught Argentinian)
  • 3 cups of chopped mixed bell peppers (I used red, green, and yellow) and zucchini
  • 1 cup red onion, chopped

Directions
1.  Combine chili powder, salt, cumin, garlic powder, and olive oil in a large resealable container or plastic bag
2.  Add shrimp, bell pepper, zucchini, and onion.
3.  Shake bag or container until coated. 
4.  Spray a large non-stick pan with spray and empty the contents of bag/container onto it over medium-high heat.
5.  Cook for 6-8 minutes stirring frequently.

6. Turn off heat and mix in the quinoa. Split evenly between 4 servings and enjoy this chilli lime shrimp quinoa!

This recipe makes 4 servings. For Quinoa Ingredients 3/4 cup uncooked quinoa, rinsed 1 1/4 cups of water Juice of 1 lime 2 cloves of garlic chopped 1 tsp chilli powder Directions 1.  Bring water to boil in saucepan. 2.  Add quinoa and reduce heat to low.  Let cook about 15-20 minutes until all water is absorbed. 3.  Let sit for about 5 minutes then add the lime juice, garlic, and chilli powder and stir well.

 

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