Delicious Easy Mediterranean Shrimp Bowls in Just 25 Minutes
Delicious Easy Mediterranean Shrimp Bowls in Just 25 Minutes are a quick and satisfying meal perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Bursting with vibrant flavors from fresh ingredients, this dish combines succulent shrimp (or your choice of protein) with colorful vegetables and quinoa for a nutritious, well-rounded bowl.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound shrimp (or chicken/tofu)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup cucumber
- 1 medium red onion
- 1 cup bell pepper
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- Fresh parsley and lemon wedges for garnish
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and chop vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, add shrimp, garlic, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper; cook until shrimp turns pink (about 4-5 minutes).
- While shrimp cooks, mix cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and bell pepper in a large bowl; drizzle with olive oil and season lightly.
- Assemble bowls by layering cooked quinoa as the base, topping with sautéed shrimp and mixed vegetables.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and lemon wedges before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 220mg