Sauteed shrimp, spinach and veggies combine with protein-rich grain and crumbled feta embracing lively Mediterranean flavors.
Hands On Time30 minutesmins
Servings: 4
Author: Adapted from Hy-Vee Mediterranean Shrimp with Quinoa Fried "Rice"
Ingredients
1cupQuick Cook BarleyPeas and Lentils (see notes for other grain options)
3cupschicken or vegetable broth(adjust amount based on grain selection)
1lb.Jumbo peeled & deveined raw shrimp thawed
1/2tsp.oregano
1/4tsp.crushed red pepperor more to taste
7-oz.Greek feta,olive, or antipasto salad
4tbsp.olive oildivided
3/4c.chopped red onions
3/4c.chopped bell peppersI used red and yellow
2c.tightly packed baby spinach(chop if spinach is large)
1/3c.crumbled fetaor more, as desired.
Fresh lemon juicefor serving
Instructions
Cook grain of choice according to package directions using broth. Drain any excess liquid and spoon into a wide, shallow bowl. Place in refrigerator until chilled.
Pat cleaned shrimp dry with paper towels; place in a medium bowl. Drain deli salad in a colander set over the bowl with shrimp. Gently toss shrimp with salad marinade to coat. Sprinkle with oregano and crushed red pepper and toss again.
Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add shrimp mixture; cook for 2-3 minutes or until shrimp is cooked through. Transfer shrimp mixture to a clean medium bowl; set aside.
Heat 2 Tbsp. olive oil in the same skillet over medium-high heat. Add red onions and peppers; cook for 3 to 5 minutes or until softened, stirring often (I cover them for a minute or two to help them soften.)
Add remaining 2 Tbsp. oil to the vegetables in the skillet. Add the chilled, cooked grain; cook for 2 to 3 minutes or until grain begins to crisp slightly, stirring occasionally. Add shrimp and spinach toss and cook another minute to rewarm shrimp and slightly wilt spinach. Top with crumbled feta and serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
Grain Options: The original recipe used 2 cups of white quinoa. Other options include farro, bulger, or rice. Adjust the amount of broth to the package directions for your selected grain.