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    My Colombian Recipes » Recipes » Main Dishes » Quinoa, Shrimp And Chimichurri Salad

    Quinoa, Shrimp and Chimichurri Salad

    Jul 6, 2022 by Erica Dinho · 17 Comments

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    The Creative Cooking Crew this month is going to a "virtual picnic" and I’m bringing a delicious and simple Quinoa, Shrimp and Chimichurri Salad.

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    Quinoa, Shrimp and Chimichurri Salad

    Erica Dinho
    5 from 16 votes
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 20 mins
    Total Time 30 mins
    Course Main Course, Salad
    Cuisine Colombian
    Servings 4 servings
    Calories 438 kcal

    Ingredients
     

    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 2 cups of quinoa
    • 4 cups of water
    • Salt
    • 2 cups grape tomatoes quarter
    • 1 pound cooked shrimp
    • Salt and pepper
    • ½ cup of chimichurri sauce

    Instructions
     

    • Wash the quinoa in a fine strainer. Place the water, salt and quinoa in a medium pot and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer until water is absorbed, about 20 minutes.
    • In a medium bowl mix all the salad ingredients and set aside. Toss the cooked quinoa with the rest of the ingredients and serve.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 438kcalCarbohydrates: 58gProtein: 28gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 143mgSodium: 662mgPotassium: 783mgFiber: 7gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 837IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 116mgIron: 4mg
    Keyword quinua salad
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    When I found out that the challenge for this month was a picnic dish, I knew I would make something fresh and simple, but full of flavor. This Quinoa salad was the perfect dish for the challenge. It is absolutely delicious and is sure to be a crowd pleaser at your Memorial Day picnic!

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    This Quinoa, Shrimp and Chimichurri Salad comes together in just a few minutes, but makes an impression that lasts. It is great for entertaining large groups or even for an easy weeknight dinner or lunch! If you don't like shrimp, feel free to replace it for diced cooked chicken or steak, either way you're going to love it!

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    About Erica Dinho

    My name is Erica and I was born and raised in Colombia and now live in the northeastern United States with my husband and family. This blog was inspired by my grandmother, Mamita, who was an amazing traditional Colombian cook.

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    Comments

    1. Shannon

      May 20, 2013 at 10:49 am

      5 stars
      i absolutely love chimichurri, so i'm all over this salad!! especially when served in a ball jar 🙂

      Reply
    2. Joan Nova

      May 20, 2013 at 12:04 pm

      5 stars
      I've been using quinoa a lot lately and agree that it's a perfect picnic food -- light but satisfying, easy to transport, stays well, and delicious especially with shrimp and a chimichurri sauce. <must try!

      Reply
    3. Faith

      May 20, 2013 at 12:18 pm

      5 stars
      Great use for chimichurri sauce, Erica! This beautiful dish looks so flavorful!!

      Reply
    4. Belinda @zomppa

      May 20, 2013 at 4:52 pm

      5 stars
      I think this is definitely going to show up this summer.

      Reply
    5. Evelyne@cheapethniceatz

      May 20, 2013 at 7:22 pm

      5 stars
      Erica your salad looks amazing, I want some now. I have bean on a quinoa kick too. Great sauce.

      Reply
    6. Jeannie

      May 20, 2013 at 9:16 pm

      5 stars
      Mmmm...this salad sure looks delicious! I have not tried cooking quinoa yet but I heard that they are full of goodness!

      Reply
    7. angela@spinachtiger

      May 21, 2013 at 4:29 pm

      5 stars
      Everything about this makes me happy. I love fresh food, jar food, quinoa, avocado, shrimp. You nailed it. Healthy, happy and WHOLE.

      Reply
    8. Norma - Platanos, Mangoes and Me!

      May 22, 2013 at 9:56 am

      5 stars
      I would definitely dig into this Erica...all looks so delicious...and in a jar too!

      Reply
    9. Victoria

      May 22, 2013 at 12:18 pm

      5 stars
      I've been looking for interesting ways to use quinoa and this salad definitely hits the mark! This would be great any time, but especially outdoors on a beautiful day 🙂

      Reply
    10. Jenn and Seth

      May 23, 2013 at 12:00 am

      5 stars
      i love that you put these in mason jars! so cute! and this salad sounds so refreshing and delicious!!

      Reply
    11. nusrat2010

      May 23, 2013 at 9:17 am

      5 stars
      Who wouldn't fall in love with that sunshine-y, happy, pretty salad? ..Serving them in the jar is a lovely idea indeed.
      Beautiful, flawless photos 🙂

      Reply
    12. La Diva Cucina

      May 23, 2013 at 4:26 pm

      5 stars
      This looks simple and delicious. I like the idea of a meal in one salad. Quinoa is the new couscous!

      Reply
    13. Laz

      May 23, 2013 at 7:51 pm

      5 stars
      We both thought about shrimp. Love the execution of flavors.

      Reply
    14. Lori Lynn

      May 25, 2013 at 10:52 am

      5 stars
      I do love it. Especially served in a jar. Just perfect for our picnic!!
      LL

      Reply
    15. deana

      May 25, 2013 at 1:19 pm

      5 stars
      Looks like we both had spicy salads on the brain for this... I love spice at picnics.
      Quinoa and chimichurri are brilliant together. This is one I will make for summer for sure and a great addition to the picnic.

      Reply
    16. ashok

      August 29, 2021 at 4:05 am

      Thanks For Sharing this amazing recipe. My family loved it. I will be sharing this recipe with my friends. Hope the will like it.

      Reply

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