Ingredients

  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 medium red onion, finely diced
  • 1 ripe avocado, diced
  • 1 lime juiced
  • for garnish fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Add the shrimp and toss to coat evenly. Let it marinate for about 15-20 minutes.
  2. Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, grill the marinated shrimp for about 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are pink and opaque. Remove from heat and set aside.
  3. In a separate bowl, prepare the avocado salsa by combining diced avocado, cherry tomatoes, red onion, lime juice, and a pinch of salt. Gently mix to combine, being careful not to mash the avocado.
  4. To assemble the bowls, spoon cooked quinoa into serving bowls as the base. Top with grilled shrimp and a generous scoop of avocado salsa.
  5. Garnish with fresh cilantro and a lime wedge on the side for added flavor.

💡 Chef's Notes

Let the shrimp marinate for enhanced flavor.

Recipe by Emma - Recipe Creator & Food Blogger