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Extreme macro close up of a succulent pink curled shrimp coated in herb-flecked oil in a Mediterranean Shrimp Bowl.

Mediterranean Shrimp Bowl with Fluffy Quinoa and Zesty Lemon Vinaigrette

This Mediterranean Shrimp Bowl features succulent seared shrimp, fluffy quinoa, and crisp vegetables drizzled with a zesty lemon vinaigrette. A high-protein, vibrant meal perfect for healthy weeknight dinners or elite meal prepping.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb Large Shrimp Peeled and deveined (450g)
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano For herb-flecked coating
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil For searing (15ml)
  • 1 cup Quinoa Dry, rinsed (185g)
  • 2 cups Water or Broth 475ml
  • 0.5 English Cucumber Sliced (150g)
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halved (150g)
  • 4 oz Feta Cheese Crumbled (115g)
  • 0.5 cup Kalamata Olives Pitted (65g)
  • 3 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil For dressing (45ml)
  • 3 tbsp Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed (45ml)

Equipment

  • 1 Stainless Steel Skillet Essential for a professional sear on the shrimp.
  • 1 Fine Mesh Strainer Used to rinse quinoa to remove bitterness.
  • 1 Small Glass Jar For emulsifying the lemon vinaigrette.

Method
 

Prepare the Quinoa
  1. Rinse the quinoa in a fine-mesh strainer under cold water for 30 seconds to remove bitter saponins.
  2. Combine quinoa and water in a pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
  3. Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork for individual, non-clumping grains.
Sear the Shrimp
  1. Pat shrimp dry and season with salt, pepper, and dried oregano.
  2. Heat oil in a skillet. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2 minutes per side until pink and curled.
Assemble the Bowls
  1. Divide quinoa into 4 bowls. Top with seared shrimp, sliced cucumber, halved tomatoes, feta, and olives.
  2. Whisk dressing ingredients in a jar and drizzle over each bowl before serving.

Notes

Ensure shrimp are patted completely dry for a better sear.
Use block feta in brine for the best creamy texture.