Name: Shrimp and quinoa salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 1 serving
Ingredients: 1/4 cup tri-color quinoa; 1/2 cup water; 6 oz chilled cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined; 2 oz cucumber, diced; 1/2 red bell pepper, diced; 1 1/2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped; 1 1/2 tsp extra virgin olive oil; 1 tbsp lemon juice; 1/4 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper

Nutrition

Per serving

385 calories

Protein: 47g; 48% of calories
Carbs: 30g; 31% of calories
Fat: 9g; 21% of calories

Instructions

Prep 15 min · Cook 20 min

In a small saucepan, combine quinoa and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let rest covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and set aside to cool slightly.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
To the bowl with the dressing, add the cooked shrimp, diced cucumber, diced bell pepper, parsley, and the fluffed quinoa. Toss well to coat everything in the dressing. Serve immediately or chill until ready to eat.

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