Greek Shrimp Mediterranean Bowl
A delightful and healthy dish bringing fresh Mediterranean flavors packed with protein from shrimp and quinoa, loads of veggies, and feta cheese.
Ingredients
For the Shrimp
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Bowl
- 1 cup quinoa, uncooked
- 2 cups water
- 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cucumber sliced
- 1 cup tomatoes, diced
- 1/2 red onion thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup kalamata olives, sliced
- 3/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 lemon cut into wedges
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Preparation
- Rinse the quinoa. Cook it with the water in a pot over medium heat until it is tender and fluffy. Once done, set it aside and fluff with a fork.
- Pat the shrimp dry and toss them with olive oil, garlic, paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the seasoned shrimp for 2 to 3 minutes per side until they turn pink and lightly golden.
- While the shrimp cooks, prep the lettuce, cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, olives, feta, lemon, and parsley.
Assembly
- Divide the chopped lettuce and cooked quinoa among four bowls.
- Arrange the cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, olives, and shrimp on top of each bowl.
- Finish by sprinkling crumbled feta, fresh parsley, and a squeeze of lemon over each bowl before serving.
Notes
Make sure to dry the shrimp well before seasoning to ensure they get a nice sear. You can substitute quinoa with couscous or brown rice if preferred. For extra flavor, consider marinating the shrimp for a few hours before cooking. If you like a little heat, add some red pepper flakes to the shrimp seasoning. Store leftovers in an airtight container; add shrimp and feta just before serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 900mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5g
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