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ENSALADA DE QUINOA Y CAMARONES

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Quinoa Salad with Shrimp

Cultural Context

Quinoa Salad with Shrimp is a vibrant dish that reflects the fresh, diverse flavors of Mexican cuisine. Quinoa, originally from the Andes, has gained popularity in Mexico as a nutritious alternative to rice. This salad showcases the use of local ingredients like shrimp, vegetables, and lime, making it a refreshing choice for warm weather. Today, it is enjoyed globally, often adapted with various proteins and dressings to suit different tastes.

MexicanMXmain
45 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1 vaso de quinoa
1.5 vaso de agua
1 cebolla mediana
10 tomates
1 aguacate (palta)
1 zanahoria rallada
1 huevo cocido
perejil
cilantro
200 gr. camarones limpios
sal
pimienta
1 pepino
1 cda de mostaza
1 cda de miel
1 limon
1 cdta. sal
pimienta al gusto
6 cdas. de aceite de oliva

shrimp

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu is a plant-based protein, while canned tuna is often less expensive.

quinoa

🥗Healthier: farro

💰Cheaper: brown rice

Farro provides similar texture and nutrients, while brown rice is more affordable.

feta cheese

🥗Healthier: goat cheese

💰Cheaper: cotage cheese

Goat cheese offers a tangy flavor, while cottage cheese is budget-friendly.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil provides healthy fats, while vegetable oil is often less expensive.

1

Cook the quinoa in 1.5 vasos of water until fluffy.

2

Chop the onion, tomatoes, avocado, and cucumber.

3

Grate the carrot.

4

Boil the egg and chop it.

5

Clean the shrimp and cook them until pink.

6

In a bowl, mix the mustard, honey, lemon juice, salt, and olive oil to create the dressing.

7

Combine all the ingredients in a large bowl and toss with the dressing.

Cooking Techniques

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Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

shellfishdairy

Also Known As

Shrimp Quinoa SaladMexican Quinoa Salad
Local Name: ensalada de quinoa con camarones

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