Spicy Lemon Garlic Shrimp with Quinoa

This vibrant dish features succulent shrimp sautéed in a zesty lemon-garlic sauce, served over a bed of fluffy quinoa. Perfect for a quick meal packed with flavor and nutrients!

Main Dish
easy 25 min 350 cal
Steps

1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water. In a small saucepan, combine quinoa with 1 cup of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until water is absorbed. 2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. 3. Add the shrimp, chili flakes, salt, and pepper. Cook for about 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until shrimp are pink and cooked through. 4. Stir in lemon juice and remove from heat. 5. Fluff the quinoa with a fork and serve topped with the spicy shrimp. Garnish with fresh parsley.

Ingredients

150g shrimp, peeled and deveined 1/2 cup quinoa 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes Salt and pepper to taste Fresh parsley for garnish

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