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Shrimp Farro Bowl

A protein-rich bowl featuring succulent shrimp, nutty farro, fresh vegetables, and a flavorful tahini-tamari dressing. This balanced meal combines lean protein with complex carbohydrates and healthy fats.

Shrimp Farro Bowl

Prep time

15 min

Cook time

20 min

Total time

30 min

Nutrition facts (per serving)

Calories: 578

Protein: 45g

Carbs: 37g

Fiber: 11g

Fat: 30g

Vitamins: 54% DV

Minerals: 66% DV

Ingredients (serves 1 person)

  • 150g shrimp
  • 30g farro
  • ½ avocado, diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 0.5 cup cherry tomatoes
  • 20g pickled red onion
  • 0.5 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 0.5 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 Tbsp tahini
  • 1 tsp mustard
  • 1 Tbsp tamari
  • 1 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Seasoning: paprika, onion and garlic powder

Instructions

  1. 1.Rinse farro, then simmer in 1 cup water for 20 minutes or until tender. Drain and set aside.
  2. 2.Heat half the oil in a skillet over medium-high. Season shrimp with paprika powder, onion powder, garlic powder, and a pinch of salt and pepper, then cook 2–3 minutes per side, until opaque.
  3. 3.Whisk together tahini, mustard, tamari, vinegar, and the remaining oil until smooth.
  4. 4.Chop the cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper and cilantro.
  5. 5.In a serving bowl, layer farro, shrimp, avocado, cherry tomatoes, pepper, pickled onion, and cilantro. Drizzle the tahini-tamari dressing over top. Season to taste and serve.

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