Garlic Shrimp and Quinoa

Garlic Shrimp and Quinoa – a simple, healthy, and gluten-free shrimp recipe for busy nights!

Healthy doesn’t have to be flavorless and boring! This garlic shrimp and quinoa recipe is not only a quick and tasty meal but is also filled with nutrition.

A touch of chili powder and cayenne give it zest, lemon juice keeps it fresh, and a generous handful of fresh garlic brings the recipe to life. Quinoa is high in protein, contains essential amino acids, and is gluten-free. It also cooks quickly and best of all, it’s delicious.

Remember, when you’re working with quinoa, don’t skip the rinse! Quinoa has a bitter coating which needs to be rinsed away before use. Place it in a fine-meshed strainer and run cold water over it while gently rubbing the seeds together in your hands.

This garlic shrimp and quinoa recipe is easy and takes only 35 minutes to prepare in one pan. Start by cooking the quinoa with garlic, onion, and chili powder, then add the broth. While the quinoa is cooking, cook the shrimp, then mix the quinoa and shrimp together, drizzle with lemon juice, and sprinkle with fresh parsley.

It’s a quick meal to whip up on a weeknight as a nice light dinner, but impressive enough to serve when you have guests. You can also prepare it the night before and have lunch ready for the next day. You will have a protein-packed, healthy, and – most importantly – delicious lunch.

Serve the garlic shrimp and quinoa with a salad and enjoy a flavorful, low-calorie, meal.

For more easy Shrimp Recipes, be sure to check out my Zucchini Noodles with Garlic Shrimp and Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa.

And more healthy Quinoa Recipes: Healthy Quinoa Fried Rice, Quinoa Breakfast Bowl, and Apple Kale Quinoa Salad