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Easy Shrimp Bowls for Quick Meals

Easy Shrimp Bowls for Quick Meals

A quick and easy shrimp bowl recipe that is perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined fresh or frozen, thawed
  • 0.5 cup quinoa, rinsed
  • 1 cup vegetable broth can use water instead
  • 1 cup broccoli florets fresh or frozen
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice freshly squeezed

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cover. Simmer for 15 minutes until quinoa is fluffy.
  • In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
  • Add shrimp and cook for about 5 minutes until pink and opaque. Stir in broccoli and lemon juice, cooking for an additional 2 minutes.
  • Serve the shrimp mixture over the cooked quinoa.

Notes

This dish can easily be customized with your favorite vegetables.