Shrimp Quinoa

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Mar 28, 2011

This tastes wonderful. Loved the ginger and asparagus in it. One suggestion, since the shrimp should only be cooked for a short time, saute them separately and add after adding the quinoa. I found it difficult to cook the shrimp evenly with all the other ingredients. The added reward - it is very healthy too! Thanks Diego782.

—MarjieM

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Mar 05, 2012

I did not care for this recipe.

—erin32

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Mar 24, 2011

OMG!! I made this for dinner. My husband loved it as well as I. The quinoa, shrimp and veggies mixed beautifully and the ginger and lemon set it off. I will make this again and again. Didn't have to add anything extra.

—Linda

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Mar 28, 2011

This is a terrific recipe: beautifully colored, easy, and healthy (with one small change). Like another reviewer, we only used half of the shrimp required and it was still more than enough-I was thrilled because it made the recipe healthier and more economical. I also omitted the raisins because my kids dislike "cooked raisins', but I'd like to try an adult version some time that had the raisins and some extra heat (I was thinking sweet chile sauce). This is going to become part of my regular rotation!

—Realmom

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Mar 24, 2011

I'm on the hunt lately for quinoa recipes and since I have about 5 bags of shrimp from a recent sale I thought I'd give this one a try. Verdict: yummy! I made it exactly as written except for omitting the raisins because I don't like them. Very easy to make, healthy and delicious. Next time I'll add an extra tablespoon of lemon juice to brighten the flavours up even more. My husband suggested adding a bit of chopped jalapeno (he loves the Szechwan Shrimp from this site) but he likes a lot of heat in his food. Thanks for a great recipe I'll make often!

—Lovestocook25

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Mar 24, 2011

My husband and I LOVED this dish! We threw sambal oelek (vietnamese chili paste) into the oil to give it a little kick otherwise, the flavors were simple but delicious. We also used only a 1/2lb of small shrimp and found it to be enough.

—Copycat Cooks

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Apr 04, 2011

This was wonderful! It was my first time using quinoa and I couldn't have been happier with the results. I didn't have asparagus so I used green beans and left out the raisins since hubby doesn't like them. Wonderful recipe and very easy.

—T. Rosen

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Jun 05, 2011

Great recipe! I changed it up a bit since I didn't have some of the ingredients and I also used red quinoa to add color! Try cooking your veggies in white wine and then at the very end put in freshly chopped basil! Yum!

—springtime25

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Nutrition

Calories
378 kcal
19%

Carbohydrates
44.7 g
14%

Cholesterol
173 mg
58%

Fat
10.6 g
16%

Fiber
5.8 g
23%

Protein
27.1 g
54%

Sodium
304 mg
12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Shrimp Quinoa

Serving Size: 1/4 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 4
Amount Per Serving
** Calories: 378
** Calories from Fat: 95

% Daily Value *
** Total Fat 10.6g 16 %
** Saturated Fat 1.6g 8 %
** Cholesterol 173mg 58 %
** Sodium 304mg 12 %
** Potassium 754mg 21 %
** Total Carbohydrates 44.7g 14 %
** Dietary Fiber 5.8g 23 %
** Protein 27.1g 54 %
** Sugars 10g
** Vitamin A 28 %
** Vitamin C 82 %
** Calcium 11 %
** Iron 60 %
** Thiamin 24 %
** Niacin 78 %
** Vitamin B6 36 %
** Magnesium 48 %
** Folate 70 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.