Quinoa Bowl with Shrimp and Avocado
This Quinoa bowl with shrimp, oranges, avocado, and cucumbers is packed with protein, healthy fats, and fiber! This Quinoa bowl recipe has a bright and fresh taste, with a satisfying mix of flavors and textures that makes it a delicious and healthy meal option!
Ingredients
Quinoa base
- 90 g quinoa
- 180 g water
- 1 pinch of salt
Shrimp
- 250 g raw shrimp
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp chili flakes
- ½ tsp paprika
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 garlic clove, minced
Other ingredients
- 1 orange
- 2 cucumbers
- ½ avocado
- 4 tbsp Honey Orange Dressing
Instructions
- Rinse the quinoa under running water and drain well. In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the quinoa, a pinch of salt and water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the water has been absorbed and the quinoa is tender. Once the quinoa is cooked, remove it from the heat and let it sit for 5 minutes.
- In a bowl, mix the spices with oil and shrimp. Place a large skillet on medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook the shrimp for 3-4 minutes on each side until pink and cooked. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- Prepare the Honey Orange Dressing.
- Fluff the quinoa with a fork and divide it among 2 serving bowls. Top the quinoa with the diced avocado, sliced cucumber, cut orange and chopped cashew nuts. Drizzle the Honey Orange Dressing over the top of the bowls.Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious and nutritious quinoa bowl!