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Easy High Protein Shrimp Meal Prep Bowls (30g Protein, 5 Days) portioned in meal prep containers with fresh vegetables and grains

Easy High Protein Shrimp Meal Prep Bowls (30g Protein, 5 Days)

Thompson Emma
These easy high-protein shrimp meal prep bowls deliver 30 grams of protein per serving and stay fresh for up to five days. Featuring seasoned shrimp, quinoa, crisp vegetables, and a creamy Greek yogurt dressing, they're perfect for healthy lunches, weight management, and busy schedules.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Dinner, Lunch, Meal Prep
Cuisine Healthy, Mediterranean
Servings 5 meal prep bowls
Calories 280 kcal

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • cutting board
  • chef's knife
  • meal prep containers

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2.5 cups cooked quinoa
  • 3 cups chopped cucumber
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 cup shredded red cabbage
  • 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
  • 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp fresh dill
  • 1 pinch red pepper flakes

Instructions
 

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  • Add the shrimp in a single layer and season with paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Cook for 2 minutes, flip, then cook another 1 to 2 minutes until pink and opaque. Finish with lemon juice.
  • Whisk together Greek yogurt, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic, dill, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes until smooth.
  • Wash, chop, and dry the cucumber, cherry tomatoes, bell pepper, red cabbage, and red onion.
  • Add 1/2 cup cooked quinoa to each of five meal prep containers.
  • Divide the cooked shrimp evenly among the containers and arrange the vegetables around the shrimp.
  • Store the dressing separately and refrigerate all components for up to 5 days. Add dressing just before serving.

Notes

Store dressing separately until serving to keep vegetables crisp. These bowls are best enjoyed within 5 days and are not recommended for freezing. Swap quinoa for brown rice or farro if desired. For extra variety, customize the dressing with dill, cilantro, or sriracha.
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