Garlic Butter Shrimp with Lemon Herb Quinoa

Succulent shrimp sautéed in garlic butter, served over a bed of fluffy quinoa infused with fresh herbs and a hint of lemon for a bright, satisfying main dish.

Steps

1. Rinse quinoa under cold water and cook according to package instructions (typically 15 minutes).
2. While quinoa cooks, heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
3. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Add shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side.
5. Stir in butter and half the lemon juice, coating the shrimp well.
6. Once quinoa is cooked, fluff with a fork and mix in chopped parsley and remaining lemon juice.
7. Plate the quinoa and top with garlic butter shrimp.
8. Garnish with extra parsley if desired and serve immediately.