Greek Shrimp Mediterranean Bowl
A vibrant bowl filled with tender shrimp, crunchy veggies, and zesty feta, this dish is as visually stunning as it is delicious.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup quinoa, uncooked
- 2 cups water
- 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cucumber sliced
- 1 cup tomatoes, diced
- 1/2 red onion thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup kalamata olives, sliced
- 3/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 lemon cut into wedges
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Preparation
- Rinse the quinoa under cold water. In a medium pot, combine quinoa and water. Bring to a boil, cover, and reduce heat. Cook for about 15 minutes or until water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Cooking
- Add shrimp to the skillet and season with paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until shrimp is opaque and cooked through.
- In a large bowl, layer the chopped romaine lettuce, cooked quinoa, cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, olives, and shrimp.
- Top with crumbled feta cheese and garnish with fresh parsley and lemon wedges.
Notes
Serve in a large bowl or individual bowls for a personal touch. Consider adding pita bread or hummus on the side. This recipe serves about 4 people, adjust as needed. A crisp white wine or sparkling water pairs perfectly.