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One Pot Garlic Shrimp Quinoa

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This one pot Lemon Butter Shrimp and Quinoa is perfect for busy weeknight dinners

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One Pot Garlic Shrimp Quinoa

This one pot Lemon Butter Shrimp and Quinoa is perfect for busy weeknight dinners
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: French
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 1/2 cups quinoa
  • 2 1/2 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 pound peeled shrimp
  • 1 bunch asparagus cut into thirds
  • 1 lemon, zest and juice
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  3. Add the quinoa, and chicken broth and bring mixture to a simmer.
  4. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes.
  5. Add the shrimp and asparagus, cover and cook for another 3 to 4 minutes or until shrimp is pink and opaque and fully cooked.
  6. Finish with the lemon zest, lemon juice, parsley, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
  7. Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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