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Garlic Butter Shrimp and Quinoa

Juicy Garlic Butter Shrimp and Quinoa: A Quick Comfort Dish

Discover the magic of Garlic Butter Shrimp and Quinoa, a quick and healthy meal that satisfies comfort food cravings.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: High-Protein
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Shrimp Fresh, high-quality shrimp
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Unsalted
  • 4 cloves Garlic Fresh minced
  • 1 medium Onion Chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Chili powder Adjust for spice level
For the Quinoa
  • 1 cup Quinoa Rinsed
  • 2 cups Broth Chicken or vegetable
  • 1 teaspoon Salt To taste
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper To taste
To Finish
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley Chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon juice Freshly squeezed

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Pot
  • cutting board
  • knife

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until they become translucent and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
  2. Stir in minced garlic and chili powder. Cook for another minute until the garlic becomes fragrant.
  3. Toss in the shrimp to the skillet, cooking until they turn pink and opaque, around 2-3 minutes per side.
  4. In a separate pot, rinse the quinoa under cold water. Cook it in broth according to package instructions until fluffy, typically about 15 minutes.
  5. Combine the cooked quinoa with the sautéed shrimp and onion mixture. Gently toss to ensure the quinoa is well-coated with the buttery sauce.
  6. Plate the Garlic Butter Shrimp and Quinoa, garnishing with fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon juice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Serve with a side salad for a balanced meal. Fresh ingredients yield the best flavor.

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