Seared Shrimp & Quinoa Bowl
Perfectly seared shrimp over fluffy quinoa with roasted vegetables, crispy chickpeas, and a bright lime-tahini dressing. Restaurant-quality in 35 minutes.
- Total time
- 35 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 545
- Protein
- 32g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Boil 1.5 cups salted water. Add quinoa, reduce to simmer, and cook covered until fluffy, ~12 minutes.
Step 2
Pat shrimp dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and pepper.
Step 3
Toss chickpeas with 1 tbsp olive oil, cumin, salt, and pepper. Spread on a sheet pan.
Step 4
Whisk tahini, lime juice, garlic, 2 tbsp water, and 1 tbsp olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
Step 5
Roast chickpeas at 425°F until golden and crispy, ~12 minutes.
Step 6
Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high until shimmering, ~90 seconds.
Step 7
Sear shrimp 2 minutes per side without moving. Edges should turn opaque; centers still moist.
Step 8
Divide quinoa between two bowls. Top with shrimp, chickpeas, tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
Step 9
Drizzle tahini dressing over each bowl. Serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- medium saucepan with lid
- 12-inch skillet
- sheet pan
- small bowl or jar for dressing
- whisk
- two serving bowls
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