Sesame Quinoa Salad with Shrimp
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- Number of Servings: 4
Ingredients
IngredientsNutrient note Quinoa is the only whole grain that's also a complete protein, boasting all the essential amino acids.1 cup uncooked quinoa1 pound cooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined1 yellow or red bell pepper, seeded and diced3 tablespoons choppedfresh cilantro2 green onions, minced2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar1 tablespoon sesame oilSalt and ground black pepper
Directions
1. Combine quinoa and 2 cups of water in a medium saucepan. Set pan over high heat and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover and cook 10 minutes, until liquid is absorbed and quinoa is translucent.
2. Remove from heat and stir in next 6 ingredients. Season to taste with salt and black pepper. Serve warm or chilled.
Serving size 1 1/4 cup (makes 4 servings)
Number of Servings: 4
Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user SISTAC.
1. Combine quinoa and 2 cups of water in a medium saucepan. Set pan over high heat and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover and cook 10 minutes, until liquid is absorbed and quinoa is translucent.
2. Remove from heat and stir in next 6 ingredients. Season to taste with salt and black pepper. Serve warm or chilled.
Serving size 1 1/4 cup (makes 4 servings)
Number of Servings: 4
Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user SISTAC.
Nutritional Info Amount Per Serving
- Calories: 330.2
- Total Fat: 7.6 g
- Cholesterol: 223.1 mg
- Sodium: 877.9 mg
- Total Carbs: 34.2 g
- Dietary Fiber: 3.9 g
- Protein: 30.5 g
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