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Quick Healthy Dinner: Easy & Delicious Recipes Under 30 Minutes


  • Author: amelia
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

A light and nutritious meal featuring juicy shrimp, fluffy quinoa, and a zesty garlic-lemon sauce. Ready in just 20 minutes!


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
  • 2 cups water or vegetable broth
  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • ¼ cup chopped parsley

Instructions

  • Cook quinoa in water or broth according to package instructions.
  • Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
  • Add shrimp, paprika, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink.
  • Drizzle with lemon juice and toss with parsley.
  • Serve shrimp over quinoa and enjoy!

Notes

  • Swap shrimp for grilled chicken or tofu for variation.
  • Add steamed veggies like spinach or bell peppers for extra nutrients.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes

Nutrition

  • Calories: 320
  • Fat: 10 g
  • Carbohydrates: 35 g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 28g