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Lemon Garlic Shrimp with Quinoa, Arugula & Peas

Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 350kcal
Author Brenda Bennett

Ingredients

  • 1 cup dry uncooked quinoa
  • lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon salt divided
  • 1 pound shrimp peeled, deveined
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ¼ cup lemon juice
  • ½ cup frozen peas
  • 4 cups fresh arugula
  • ½ cup fresh chopped parsley

Instructions

  • Place quinoa in a pot with 2 cups of water, ½ teaspoon salt and lemon zest. Bring to a boil and simmer covered for 12- 13 minutes until all water is absorbed. In a large saute pan heat oil and add garlic.
  • Cook garlic 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  • Add lemon juice and shrimp.
  • Cook 2-3 minutes on each side until shrimp is pink and sides curl.
  • Shut off heat. (Remove shrimp from pan to remove tails and chop shrimp if desired then return to pan.)
  • Add arugula and peas to saute pan.
  • Once quinoa is cooked, add to saute pan and stir with other ingredients. Sprinkle with remaining ½ teaspoon salt.
  • Add pepper to taste.
  • Top with parsley.
  • Add more juice from lemon over top.
  • Enjoy in Boston lettuce as a taco if desired or serve up in a bowl! Makes about 5 cups.

Notes

Weight Watchers PointsPlus: 9*

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 170mg | Sodium: 797mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 2g