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Quinoa And Shrimp Salad

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This International main features Quinoa, Shrimp; cooked; in 1/2-inch. The flavors come together beautifully. Great for weeknight dinners or when you want something satisfying for the whole family. Simple to make with ingredients you likely already have on hand, this is a recipe you will come back to again and again.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4
Calories: 120.2
Description
This International main features Quinoa, Shrimp; cooked; in 1/2-inch. The flavors come together beautifully. Great for weeknight dinners or when you want something satisfying for the whole family. Simple to make with ingredients you likely already have on hand, this is a recipe you will come back to again and again.
Ingredients
  • 1 cup Quinoa
  • 1/2 pound Shrimp; cooked; in 1/2-inch
Directions
  1. 1
    dice 1/2 c Fresh Coriander; finely -chopped 1/4 c Fresh Chives or Green -Onions; chopped DRESSING: 1 ea Jalapeno Pepper; minced 1 ea Garlic Clove; minced 1 ts Salt 1/2 ts Fresh Ground Black Pepper 3 tb Lime Juice 1 tb Honey 1 tb Soy Sauce 2 tb Olive Oil QUINOA AND SHRIMP SALAD Quinoa (pronounced kween wa) is an ancient South American garin that's a complete protein, healthful and delicious.
  2. 2
    You can use rice or couscous in its place.
  3. 3
    Serve this as an appetizer or light main course.
  4. 4
    Rinse quinoa well in strainer.
  5. 5
    Bring large pot of water to boil; add salt and quinoa; cook about 12 minutes, until just tender.
  6. 6
    Drain in strainer, rinse with cold water and gently squeeze dry.
  7. 7
    Place in bowl; add shrimp, fresh coriander and chives.
  8. 8
    For the dressing,
  9. 9
    whisk together jalapeno, garlic, salt, pepper, lime juice, honey, soy sauce and olive oil.
  10. 10
    Toss gently with quinoa.
  11. 11
    Adjust seasoning to taste

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 120.2kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1.5g3%
Saturated Fat 0.2g1%
Cholesterol 86.3mg29%
Sodium 181.8mg8%
Total Carbohydrate 12.7g5%
Dietary Fiber 1.7g7%
Sugars 0.1g
Protein 14.0g29%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: 12inch, boiling, cooked, fish, international, main, nuts, quinoa, salad, shrimp, title
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