Recipes with Shrimp and Quinoa
Few ingredient pairings are as satisfying as shrimp and quinoa. From everyday meals to special occasions, this duo delivers consistently delicious results.
4 Recipe Ideas
One-Pot Shrimp and Quinoa
Everything cooks together — seasoned shrimp nestled into fluffy quinoa with aromatics.
Shrimp Fried Quinoa
Day-old quinoa stir-fried with shrimp, vegetables, and soy sauce.
Shrimp Quinoa Bowl
A satisfying bowl of quinoa topped with seasoned shrimp and fresh toppings.
Baked Shrimp with Quinoa
Shrimp baked on a bed of seasoned quinoa until tender and flavorful.
Cooking Tips
🦐 Shrimp
- Devein shrimp by running a knife along the back and pulling out the dark vein.
- Shrimp cook in 2-3 minutes per side — they're done when pink and curled.
- Don't thaw shrimp in hot water; use cold water or overnight in the fridge.
Nutrition: Low-calorie protein source with iodine and selenium. 3oz has 20g protein and only 84 calories.
Storage: Use fresh shrimp within 2 days. Frozen shrimp keeps for 6 months.
🌾 Quinoa
- Rinse quinoa before cooking to remove the bitter saponin coating.
- Use a 1:2 ratio of quinoa to water, simmer for 15 minutes.
- Fluff with a fork after cooking and let it sit covered for 5 minutes.
Nutrition: Complete protein with all 9 essential amino acids. One cup cooked has 8g protein and 5g fiber.
Storage: Cooked quinoa keeps 5-7 days refrigerated. Dry quinoa lasts 2-3 years.
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