Quinoa Tabouli with Lemon Garlic Grilled Shrimp
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November 27, 2024
This Quinoa Tabouli with Lemon Garlic Grilled Shrimp is a bright and zesty twist on the traditional Middle Eastern salad. Fluffy quinoa is toasted for extra nuttiness and tossed with a lemon-garlic infusion, fresh tomatoes, cucumbers, parsley, and mint, creating a refreshing, herb-packed base.
Topped with juicy grilled shrimp marinated in lemon and garlic, this dish is a protein-rich, gluten-free meal that’s as light as it is satisfying. Ideal for a summer lunch, healthy dinner, or impressive side, it’s a vibrant combination of flavor, texture, and nourishment in every bite!
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Ingredients:
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| 1cup quinoa | |
| 2cups water | |
| 2teaspoons sea salt | |
| 2 celery stalks | |
| 4servings and orange peppers red, yellow | |
| 2 green onions | |
| 12 sun-dried olives | |
| 1 vine ripened tomato seeded | |
| 0.25cup corn frozen, (may be omitted) | |
| 0.5cup parsley fresh, chopped | |
| 6 mint leaves | |
| 6cloves garlic finely minced | |
| 0.5cup lemon juice | |
| 4servings sea salt | |
| 10 grilled shrimp seasoned with lemon juice and garlic (jui |
Directions
1.
Prepare the Quinoa
1. Bring salted water to a boil. | 2. In a dry pan over medium heat, toast the quinoa for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly. Once it begins to pop, count to 5, then remove from heat immediately to avoid burning. | 3. Add the toasted quinoa to the boiling water and cook for about 12 minutes, or until all the water is absorbed and the quinoa is tender.
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2.
Make the Lemon Garlic Infusion
While the quinoa is cooking, combine minced garlic with freshly squeezed lemon juice in a small bowl. Let it sit to infuse the flavors.
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3.
Cool and Flavor the Quinoa
Once the quinoa is cooked, remove it from heat. Stir in the lemon juice and garlic mixture, mixing thoroughly to ensure the flavors are evenly distributed. Set aside to cool completely.
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4.
Prepare the Vegetables and Herbs
1. Dice all the vegetables (e.g., tomatoes, cucumbers) into small, uniform pieces, about 1/4-inch in size. | 2. Finely chop parsley and mint leaves.
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5.
Assemble the Tabouli
When the quinoa has cooled, combine it with the diced vegetables and chopped herbs in a large bowl. Mix well to create a vibrant, fresh tabouli.
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6.
Serve with Grilled Shrimp
Grill the shrimp to perfection and serve alongside or on top of the quinoa tabouli for a delicious, refreshing dish.
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7.
Enjoy
Perfect for a light meal or as a side dish!
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Recipe content adapted from Foodista, modified and licensed under CC BY 3.0.
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