Main Dishes

Marinated Shrimp and Summer Vegetable Quinoa Bowls

Blair Lonergan, The Seasoned Mom
June 24, 2016
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These Marinated Shrimp and Summer Vegetable Quinoa Bowls will soon become your favorite easy and healthy dinner recipe — and they’re ready in less than 30 minutes! Full of zesty, chili lime flavor, the quinoa is piled high with sauteed shrimp, zucchini, squash, bell pepper, corn, and avocado for a simple and satisfying summer meal!

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For the Quinoa:
2 cups vegetable broth, chicken broth, or water
1 cup quinoa, rinsed and drained
1 clove garlic, minced
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Toppings:
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 (11 ounce) package SeaPak Lighthouse Selections Marinated Shrimp
1 medium zucchini, chopped into bite-sized pieces
1 yellow summer squash, chopped into bite-sized pieces
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 cup corn kernels
1 avocado, diced
Extra lime juice, for garnish
Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Prepare the Quinoa: In a large pot, bring broth (or water) and quinoa to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook until liquid is absorbed and quinoa is tender (about 15 minutes). Remove from heat, keep...
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Nutritions

Calories
391

Sodium
594mg
24% DV

Fat
23g
35% DV

Protein
12g
24% DV

Carbs
40g
13% DV

Fiber
9g
36% DV

Diabetic-Friendly Shellfish Dairy-Free Dinner Gluten-Free American Low-Fat

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Nutritions

Calories
631

Sodium
1717mg
71% DV

Fat
4g
6% DV

Protein
19g
38% DV

Carbs
127g
43% DV

Fiber
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