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Sizzling Lemon-Garlic Shrimp with Quinoa Veggie Pilaf

Prep 20 min · Cook 25 min · Serves 4 · medium

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Sizzling Lemon-Garlic Shrimp with Quinoa Veggie Pilaf

Tender, juicy shrimp sautéed in a zesty lemon-garlic sauce, served over a flavorful quinoa pilaf loaded with roasted veggies - a perfect GLP-1 friendly dinner that's easy to digest and packed with protein!

Ingredients

  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup quinoa, uncooked
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp pepper
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 medium bell pepper, diced
  • 1 medium zucchini, diced
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. 1

    1. Cook the quinoa according to package instructions, using the chicken broth instead of water. Fluff with a fork and set aside.

  2. 2

    2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp, garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the shrimp are opaque and cooked through.

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