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Fresh Greek Shrimp Mediterranean Bowl Recipe with Quinoa and Feta

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A bright, zesty Mediterranean bowl featuring juicy shrimp, nutty quinoa, fresh veggies, and creamy feta, perfect for a quick and healthy dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup uncooked quinoa, rinsed
  • ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 medium cucumber, diced
  • ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • ¼ cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved (optional)
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • Juice of 1 large lemon (about 3 tablespoons)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse quinoa under cold water until water runs clear. In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa with 2 cups water and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer for about 15 minutes or until water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and set aside to cool slightly.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add shrimp in a single layer, season with salt, pepper, and ½ teaspoon dried oregano. Cook shrimp 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove from heat and set aside.
  3. Halve cherry tomatoes, dice cucumber, thinly slice red onion, chop parsley, and pit and halve Kalamata olives if using. Place all in a large mixing bowl.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons olive oil, lemon juice, remaining ½ teaspoon oregano, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  5. Add cooked quinoa and shrimp to the bowl with veggies. Pour dressing over and toss gently to combine. Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese on top. Optionally, drizzle extra olive oil or add lemon wedges for serving.
  6. Serve immediately for freshest texture or chill for 15-20 minutes to meld flavors.

Notes

Do not overcook shrimp to avoid rubbery texture. Rinse quinoa well to prevent bitterness. Soak red onions in ice water for 10 minutes to mellow sharpness. Keep dressing separate if preparing ahead to avoid soggy ingredients. Shrimp reheats best at low power to avoid toughness.

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