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Shrimp & Quinoa

Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Keyword Shrimp & Quinoa
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 713kcal

Ingredients

Dressing

Instructions

  • Cook quinoa as directed on package. Remove corn from the freezer to thaw.
  • Meanwhile, peel orange and cut sections into thirds. Dice avocado into cubes, drain and rinse beans, and cut broccoli into small pieces. Add oranges, avocado, beans and broccoli to a large mixing bowl; toss together.  Add chopped cilantro and cranberries.
  • For the dressing: juice two lemons into a small bowl. Add minced garlic, honey, and 6 tablespoons of olive oil; whisk briskly until fully incorporated.
  • Add quinoa, thawed corn, and dressing to the bean mixture. Toss together to combine and coat evenly.
  • In a large skillet over medium heat, add the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil. Add shrimp; squeeze the juice of the lime over the shrimp. Cook each side for 1-2 minutes, until shrimp turn orange and curl up into a "C" shape. Add to salad and serve. (Serving size: 4-6 large shrimp, 1 cup salad)

Nutrition

Calories: 713kcal | Carbohydrates: 82g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 34g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 137mg | Sodium: 520mg | Fiber: 20g | Sugar: 22g