Description
A quick and easy shrimp dish marinated in chili and lime, served with fluffy quinoa for a healthy meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 lime, juiced and zested
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Rinse the quinoa under cold water. In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add quinoa, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until water is absorbed.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add shrimp to the skillet and season with chili powder, lime juice, zest, salt, and pepper. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side until shrimp are pink and opaque.
- Fluff the quinoa with a fork and serve topped with the chili lime shrimp. Garnish with fresh cilantro.
Notes
For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes. This recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner and pairs well with avocado.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Method: Main Course
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Nutrition
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Protein: 35g