Gluten-Free Quinoa with Garlic Shrimp 

Updated at: Thu, 17 Aug 2023 13:54:08 GMT

Step 1

Rinse the quinoa thoroughly under running water.

Step 2

In a large saucepan, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat, add the drained quinoa and cook, stirring, for 1 minute.

Step 3

Add the salt, lemon juice 2 tablespoons, add 2 cups of broth, bring it to a boil, then cover and lower the heat, simmer, covered, for 15 minutes.

Step 4

Turn off the heat, let stand covered for 5 minutes, remove the lid and fluff the quinoa, stir in the lemon zest and half of the chopped parsley, and its ready to serve.

Step 5

While the quinoa is cooking, put 1 tablespoon of olive oil over low heat in a deep, heavy skillet, add the garlic, shallot, bell pepper, and tomatoes, cook over low heat, stirring frequently, until the garlic and tomatoes are soft and fragrant. (Do not burn the garlic).

Step 6

Turn the heat to medium and add the second tablespoon of olive oil and 1/2 cup broth, whisk constantly and cook until slightly reduced and shiny.

Step 7

Turn the heat to its lowest setting and keep the sauce warm while you cook the shrimp.

Step 8

In a separate large skillet, heat the 1 tablespoon of olive oil over high heat and sauté the shrimp quickly until cooked, about 1 to 2 minutes, then add to the pan, the vegetables and sauce and toss with the remaining parsley.

Step 9

Taste and season with more salt and pepper if needed.

Step 10

Serve immediately, topping the quinoa with shrimp and its sauce and garnish with chopped parsley.

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