Zesty Mediterranean Shrimp Bowl
A refreshing and healthy bowl featuring succulent shrimp, fluffy quinoa, and a vibrant medley of fresh Mediterranean vegetables, all tossed in a zesty lemon-herb vinaigrette.
Equipment
- paper towels
- skillet
- small bowl
- serving bowl
- whisk
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 6-8 medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 0.5 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 0.5 cup cooked quinoa
- 0.25 cup chopped cucumber
- 0.25 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 2 Kalamata olives sliced
- 1 tbsp crumbled feta cheese
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Lemon-Herb Vinaigrette
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- dried oregano pinch
- Dijon mustard pinch
- salt & pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- Pat the shrimp dry and toss them with olive oil, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the seasoned shrimp for 1-2 minutes per side until they are pink and opaque.
Assembly
- Whisk together all the lemon-herb vinaigrette ingredients in a small bowl.
- Place the cooked quinoa at the bottom of a serving bowl.
- Arrange the shrimp, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, Kalamata olives, and feta cheese on top of the quinoa.
- Drizzle the lemon-herb vinaigrette over the assembled bowl.
- Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
For extra flavor, marinate the shrimp for 10-15 minutes before cooking. You can also add other vegetables like bell peppers or spinach to customize your bowl.