Shrimp Fra Diavolo with Quinoa

1 c quinoa, rinsed
2 c water
1 1/2 tsp olive oil,divided
1 lb large shrimp, shell and deveined
1/4 tsp salt
Freshly ground pepper to taste
1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 red onion, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 14.5 oz diced tomatoes
1/2 tsp crushed red pepper
2 Tbsp parsley, chopped

In a medium saucepan, place quinoa and water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until water is absorbed and quinoa is fluffy and tender, 10-15 minutes.

Meanwhile heat 1 Tbsp of oil in a large skillet, over med heat. Add shrimp, season with salt and black pepper and cook until opaque in center, about 2 minutes per side. Transfer to a bowl and set aside.

Heat remaining oil in same skillet and add bell pepper; cook, stirring frequently, for 5 minutes. Add onion and cook for 4 minutes, then garlic for 1 minute, stirring constantly.

Add tomatoes and crushed red pepper; stir well. Add shrimp and simmer until heated through, 1 minute. Top quinoa with shrimp and sprinkle with parsley.

Number of Servings: 4

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user GINA25.