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Greek Shrimp Mediterranean Bowl

Greek Shrimp Mediterranean Bowl: Quick, Healthy, & Delicious

Enjoy the Greek Shrimp Mediterranean Bowl, a delightful mix of seasoned shrimp, quinoa, and fresh veggies – perfect for a quick, healthy meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 320

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
  • salt and black pepper to taste
For the Grains
  • 1 cup quinoa
For the Vegetables
  • 1 medium cucumber, sliced
  • 1 cup ripe tomatoes, diced
  • 1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives
  • 1 head romaine lettuce, chopped
For the Toppings
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/2 medium lemon, juiced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Equipment

  • Medium Saucepan
  • large skillet
  • fine mesh strainer
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Rinse quinoa under cold water in a fine mesh strainer. In a medium saucepan, combine rinsed quinoa with water, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer for about 15 minutes. Fluff with a fork and set aside.
  2. In a mixing bowl, pat shrimp dry, then drizzle with olive oil, garlic, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat the shrimp.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and golden brown. Remove from skillet.
  4. Slice cucumber, dice tomatoes, thinly slice onion, set aside olives, and crumble feta.
  5. Layer chopped romaine lettuce at the bottom of each bowl, followed by a scoop of quinoa.
  6. Arrange cucumber, tomatoes, and onion over the quinoa. Top with shrimp, olives, and feta cheese.
  7. Squeeze lemon juice over the bowls and garnish with parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Customize your bowl with different vegetables and grains as per your preference. Enjoy fresh ingredients for the best taste.

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