Description
These Shrimp Buddha Bowls are packed with garlicky, naturally sweet, and filling flavors. They’re low-calorie, high-protein, gluten-free, and dairy-free, making them a nutritious meal for lunch or dinner. The perfect balance of roasted vegetables, quinoa, and shrimp for a wholesome, satisfying bowl!
Ingredients
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Shrimp:
- 1 lb shrimp, precooked
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
Vegetables:
- 1 large sweet potato, peeled and cubed
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 lb asparagus, trimmed
- 1/2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 4 cups kale, chopped
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1 tsp wholegrain mustard
Quinoa:
- 1/2 cup dry quinoa, cooked according to package instructions
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Dressing:
- 1 tbsp wholegrain mustard
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp honey
Instructions
Prepare the Vegetables:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, toss the sweet potato cubes with 1 tbsp olive oil and 1 tsp garlic powder.
- Spread them on a baking sheet, leaving space for the asparagus later. Bake for 20 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, toss asparagus with ½ tbsp olive oil and 1 tsp garlic powder. Set aside.
- Heat a frying pan over medium heat. Add kale, 1 tsp olive oil, and 1 tsp wholegrain mustard.
- Sauté for 3-5 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and set aside.
- After the sweet potatoes have roasted for 20 minutes, remove the baking sheet and add the asparagus.
- Bake for another 15 minutes until all veggies are tender.
Prepare the Shrimp:
- Heat 1 tsp olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Add precooked shrimp, garlic powder, and paprika. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
Assemble the Buddha Bowls:
- Divide cooked quinoa evenly among 4 bowls.
- Add roasted sweet potatoes, asparagus, sautéed kale, and shrimp to each bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together mustard, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, and honey to make the dressing.
- Drizzle the dressing over the bowls before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 323
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 190mg