Basketball Power Seafood Bowl
A high-protein, energy-boosting bowl with grilled shrimp, quinoa, avocado, and a zesty lime-cilantro dressing. This american-inspired seafood (high-protein, gluten-free) ready in about 30 minutes pairs peeled and deveined shrimp, cooked quinoa, diced avocado for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 340 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 lb, peeled and deveined shrimp
- 1 cup, cooked quinoa
- 1, diced avocado
- 1/2 cup, diced red bell pepper
- 1/4 cup, chopped cilantro
- 1, juiced lime
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Season shrimp with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp pepper. Grill for 2-3 minutes per side until opaque and slightly charred. Set aside.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, diced avocado, red bell pepper, and cilantro. Toss gently.
- Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk lime juice, olive oil, garlic, remaining 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp pepper until emulsified.
- Step 4: Pour the dressing over the quinoa mixture and toss to coat. Top with grilled shrimp and serve immediately.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Basketball Power Seafood Bowl take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (20 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Basketball Power Seafood Bowl?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep peeled and deveined shrimp from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Basketball Power Seafood Bowl?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Basketball Power Seafood Bowl for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Basketball Power Seafood Bowl high-protein?
Yes — this recipe is tagged high-protein, gluten-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Perfect seafood recipe for a weeknight dinner.
- ★★★★☆
Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
- ★★★★☆
Nice recipe! Presentation was beautiful. Flavor was good, not great.
