Cajun Shrimp & Quinoa Power Bowl
A colorful, nutrient-packed bowl featuring juicy Cajun-spiced shrimp, fluffy quinoa, roasted veggies, and a refreshing lemon yogurt drizzle. High protein, gluten-free, meal-prep friendly, and extremely satisfying.
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 20 minutes
Total: 35 minutes
Ingredients
For the Shrimp
400g shrimp, peeled & deveined
1 tbsp olive oil
1–1½ tsp Cajun seasoning
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp paprika
Salt & pepper, to taste
1 tsp lemon juice
For the Quinoa
1 cup quinoa, rinsed
2 cups water or broth
Pinch of salt
For the Veggies
1 cup bell peppers, sliced
1 cup zucchini or broccoli
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt, pepper & pinch of paprika
Optional Add-ins
½ cup corn
½ avocado, sliced
1 tbsp green onions
Handful of spinach or arugula
For the Lemon Yogurt Drizzle
¼ cup Greek yogurt
1 tbsp lemon juice
½ clove garlic, grated
Pinch of salt & pepper
1 tsp olive oil
Instructions
1. Cook the Quinoa
Add quinoa + water/broth + pinch of salt to a pot.
Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer 12–15 minutes.
Fluff with a fork and set aside.
2. Roast or Saute the Veggies
Oven method:
Toss peppers + zucchini/broccoli with oil, salt, pepper, and paprika.
Roast at 220°C (425°F) for 12–15 minutes.
Stovetop method:
Saute veggies in a pan for 6–8 minutes until tender.
3. Cook the Cajun Shrimp
Pat shrimp dry.
Toss with olive oil, Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, paprika, salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
Heat a skillet on medium-high.
Cook shrimp 2 minutes per side until pink and curled.
Do NOT overcook.
4. Make the Lemon Yogurt Drizzle
Mix yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, salt, pepper, and olive oil until smooth.
5. Assemble the Power Bowl
Add a base of quinoa.
Top with Cajun shrimp.
Add roasted veggies and corn.
Add avocado or greens if using.
Drizzle with lemon yogurt.
Garnish with green onions or parsley.
Notes
Use mild Cajun seasoning if you don’t prefer too much spice.
Shrimp cooks very fast—take off heat once pink.
Yogurt drizzle adds freshness and balances Cajun heat.
Tips
Cook quinoa in chicken/vegetable broth for extra flavor.
For crispier veggies, turn oven to broil for 1–2 minutes at the end.
Add a squeeze of lemon on shrimp right before serving for brightness.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I make this non-spicy?
Yes — reduce Cajun seasoning and skip paprika.
Q: Can I meal prep it?
Yes, but keep the shrimp separate and reheat gently.
Q: Can I use chicken instead of shrimp?
Absolutely — Cajun chicken works great.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 420–470
Protein: 34g
Carbs: 40–45g
Fat: 14–17g
Fiber: 5g