One Pot Garlic Shrimp and Quinoa
A quick and flavorful one-pot dish combining tender shrimp, nutritious quinoa, and fresh vegetables for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Grains
- 1 cup quinoa (rinsed)
Broth
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
Protein
- 1 lb shrimp (peeled and deveined)
Aromatics
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
Oils & Spices
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
Seasonings
- to taste Salt and black pepper
- ½ lemon juice of lemon
Fresh Herbs & Veggies
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 cup spinach or kale
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes
Heat & Garnish
- Red pepper flakes for heat
- Grated Parmesan for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Add quinoa, broth, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until quinoa is cooked.
- Add shrimp, cherry tomatoes, spinach, and lemon juice. Cook until shrimp are pink and cooked through.
- Stir in parsley and season with red pepper flakes. Serve topped with grated Parmesan.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a splash of white wine or a pinch of red pepper flakes.