Seared Lemon Garlic Shrimp with Quinoa and Roasted Asparagus

Name: Seared Lemon Garlic Shrimp with Quinoa and Roasted Asparagus
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1 pound large shrimp (peeled and deveined); 1 pound fresh asparagus (woody ends trimmed); 1 cup quinoa (uncooked); 2 cup chicken broth; 2 tablespoon olive oil; 4 clove garlic (minced); 1 lemon (juiced and zested); 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano; 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt; 0.25 teaspoon black pepper; 2 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped)

Tender lemon garlic shrimp paired with fluffy quinoa and crisp roasted asparagus, a quick and healthy meal bursting with fresh flavor.

Prep: 15 min
Cook: 15 min
Total: 30 min
Servings: 4
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Difficulty: Easy
Cost: $4.76/serving

Dietary

Gluten-Free
Dairy-Free
Nut-Free
Soy-Free
Egg-Free
Low-Sugar
High-Protein

Ingredients

1 pound large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
1 pound fresh asparagus (woody ends trimmed)
1 cup quinoa (uncooked)
2 cup chicken broth
2 tablespoon olive oil
4 clove garlic (minced)
1 lemon (juiced and zested)
0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
0.25 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. In a medium saucepan, combine the quinoa and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until all liquid is absorbed and the quinoa is fluffy.
While the quinoa cooks, toss the trimmed asparagus with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper on a baking sheet. Roast for 10-12 minutes, or until tender-crisp.
In a medium bowl, combine the shrimp, minced garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, dried oregano, remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper. Toss to coat.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the shrimp in a single layer and sear for 2-3 minutes per side, until pink and cooked through.
Serve the seared lemon garlic shrimp immediately over the fluffy quinoa, with the roasted asparagus on the side. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice before serving always brightens the flavors.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories: 485
Protein: 42.5 g
Carbohydrates: 42.2 g
Fat: 16.5 g
Fiber: 6.8 g
Sodium: 780 mg
Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
Sugar: 3.1 g
Cholesterol: 265 mg