Description
Indulge in the Easy Shrimp Power Bowl with Avocado, a vibrant and nutritious dish that marries succulent shrimp with creamy avocado and colorful veggies. This delightful bowl is not only a feast for the eyes but also packed with protein, healthy fats, and essential nutrients. Perfect for busy weeknights or leisurely brunches, you can prepare this wholesome meal in just 30 minutes. Enjoy a satisfying flavor explosion that keeps you feeling light and nourished!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water or broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup raw shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 cup bell peppers (sliced)
- 1 ripe avocado (cubed)
- Juice of 1 lime
- 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa under cold water and combine with water or broth in a pot. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes until liquid is absorbed.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add sliced bell peppers and sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Add shrimp to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 3-4 minutes until pink and opaque.
- Fluff cooked quinoa with a fork and divide among bowls. Top each bowl with sautéed shrimp and bell peppers.
- Add cubed avocado on top of each bowl.
- Mix sriracha sauce with lime juice in a small bowl and drizzle over each bowl before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 170mg