Shrimp Quinoa Bowl – Easy Low Calorie Lunch Recipe

This Shrimp Quinoa Bowl is a fresh and healthy low calorie lunch packed with protein, colorful vegetables, and fluffy quinoa. It is light, filling, and perfect for calorie deficit meals, healthy eating, and meal prep.

Recipe Details

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Total Time: 25 minutes
• Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 250 g raw shrimp, peeled (8.8 oz)
• 140 g cooked quinoa (1 cup)
• 80 g cucumber, chopped (½ cup)
• 100 g cherry tomatoes, halved (¾ cup)
• 70 g avocado, sliced (½ avocado)
• 50 g lettuce (1½ cups)
• 1 tsp olive oil
• 1 tsp lemon juice
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp paprika

For the Sauce:

• 2 tbsp Greek yogurt
• 1 tsp lemon juice
• Pinch of salt

Instructions

1. Season the shrimp with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
2. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat and cook the shrimp for 2–3 minutes per side until pink and fully cooked.
3. In a large bowl, add the cooked quinoa, lettuce, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and avocado.
4. Add the cooked shrimp on top.
5. In a small bowl, mix the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and salt to make the sauce.
6. Drizzle the sauce over the bowl and serve immediately.

Nutrition Information (1 Serving)

• Calories: ~390 kcal
• Protein: ~34 g
• Carbohydrates: ~24 g
• Fat: ~16 g

Tips

• Use frozen shrimp for an easy budget option.
• Add spinach or kale for extra fiber.
• Meal prep friendly for up to 2 days.
• You can replace quinoa with brown rice.