⏱ 30 min total

Zesty Shrimp and Quinoa

Name: Zesty Shrimp and Quinoa
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 1 serving
Ingredients: ¼ cup Quinoa; ½ tbsp Tamari soy sauce; 1 ½ tbsp Balsamic vinegar; ¼ tsp Black pepper; ½ clove Garlic; ¼ tbsp Olive oil; 3 oz Shrimp; ¼ medium Onion

Per 1 serving · 194 g · 8 ingredients

Calories

288

14%
of a 2,000 cal day

Protein
19g
27% of calories
Carbs
36g
51% of calories
Fat
6.8g
22% of calories

Portion

✓ Low saturated fat

At a glance

One serving of Zesty Shrimp and Quinoa (194 g) has 288 calories, with 19 g of protein, 36 g of carbohydrates and 6.8 g of fat. Most of its energy comes from carbs (51% of calories). It is high in protein (38% DV), Vitamin B6 (33% DV) and folate (b9) (25% DV). Keep an eye on sodium and cholesterol, which provide 43% and 36% of the daily value.

Per 100 g

149cal

low energy density

Protein per 100 cal

6.6g

Net carbs

32g

carbs minus fiber

Fiber

3.7g

4.9 g sugar

High in

20%+ of the daily value

Protein38%
Vitamin B633%
Folate (B9)25%
Vitamin B1239%
Iron33%
Magnesium27%

Good source of

10–19% of the daily value

Dietary fiber13%
Vitamin E18%
Thiamine16%
Riboflavin (B2)13%
Niacin16%
Pantothenic acid14%

Watch

20%+ of the daily value

Sodium43%
Cholesterol36%

Ingredients

For one serving. Tap an ingredient to see its nutrition.

Directions

Prep 10 minCook 20 min

1
Prepare the quinoa according to the package instructions.
2
In a medium bowl, combine soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, pepper, and garlic. Stir until well blended and set the sauce aside.
3
Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and chopped onions to the pan.
4
When the shrimp begin to turn pink, add the sauce to the pan and continue to cook, stirring frequently.
5
Once the shrimp are cooked through (about 3-5 minutes), add the quinoa to the pan and stir until well combined.
6
Serve and enjoy!

Vitamins & minerals

Amounts for 1 serving (194 g). Bars show % of the daily value.

Vitamins

Nutrient	Amount	% Daily Value
Vitamin A	46 μg	5%
Vitamin C	2 mg	3%
Vitamin D	0.1 μg	1%
Vitamin E	3 mg	18%
Vitamin K	3 μg	3%
Thiamine	0.2 mg	16%
Riboflavin (B2)	0.2 mg	13%
Niacin	3 mg	16%
Vitamin B6	0.4 mg	33%
Folate (B9)	101 μg	25%
Vitamin B12	1 μg	39%
Pantothenic acid	1 mg	14%
Choline	104 mg	19%

Minerals

Nutrient	Amount	% Daily Value
Calcium	86 mg	9%
Iron	3 mg	33%
Potassium	435 mg	9%
Magnesium	113 mg	27%
Phosphorus	429 mg	61%
Zinc	2 mg	21%
Copper	0.4 mg	49%
Manganese	1 mg	47%
Selenium	29 μg	53%

Full breakdown · 43 more nutrients

Nutrient	Amount	% Daily Value
Alanine	1 g	—
Alpha Linolenic Acid (ALA)	0 g	—
Alpha carotene	0.1 μg	—
Arginine	2 g	—
Aspartic acid	2 g	—
Beta carotene	5 μg	—
Caffeine	0 mg	—
Cystine	0.2 g	—
Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA)	0.1 g	—
Docosapentaenoic Acid (DPA)	0 g	—
Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA)	0.1 g	—
Fluoride	0.5 μg	—
Fructose	2 g	—
Galactose	0 g	—
Glucose	2 g	—
Glutamic acid	3 g	—
Glycine	1 g	—
Histidine	0.4 g	—
Hydroxyproline	0 g	—
Isoleucine	1 g	—
Lactose	0 g	—
Leucine	1 g	—
Lycopene	0.1 μg	—
Lysine	2 g	—
Maltose	0 g	—
Methionine	0.5 g	—
Monounsaturated fats	3 g	—
Phenylalanine	1 g	—
Polyunsaturated fats	2 g	—
Proline	1 g	—
Retinol	46 μg	—
Serine	1 g	—
Starch	22 g	—
Sucrose	0.3 g	—
Theobromine	0 mg	—
Threonine	1 g	—
Total omega 3	0.2 g	—
Total omega 6	0.1 g	—
Tryptophan	0.2 g	—
Tyrosine	1 g	—
Valine	1 g	—
Vitamin D2	0 μg	—
Vitamin D3	0.1 μg	—

Burning 288 calories

Estimated for a 70 kg (154 lb) adult using MET values from the Compendium of Physical Activities.

55min
Walking (3.5 mph)
35min
Cycling (moderate)
24min
Running (6 mph)
40min
Swimming laps

Common questions

How many calories are in Zesty Shrimp and Quinoa?

One serving of Zesty Shrimp and Quinoa (1 serving) has 288 calories, which works out to 149 calories per 100 g. That is about 14% of a 2,000-calorie day.

Is Zesty Shrimp and Quinoa high in protein?

It provides a solid 19 g of protein per serving (38% of the 50 g daily value), but protein supplies only 27% of its calories, so it is not a protein-dense food. Foods where protein provides 30% or more of calories are generally considered protein-dense.

Is Zesty Shrimp and Quinoa keto-friendly?

It is hard to fit into a strict keto diet. One serving has 32 g of net carbs and 51% of its calories come from carbohydrates, while most keto plans cap net carbs at 20–50 g per day.

How much sodium is in Zesty Shrimp and Quinoa?

993 mg per serving, which is high (20% or more of the 2,300 mg daily value).

How much sugar is in Zesty Shrimp and Quinoa?

4.9 g of total sugars per serving. Labels list total sugars, which include natural sugars from fruit and milk as well as any added sugars.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size1 serving (194 g)

Calories288

% Daily Value*

Total fat 6.8g	9%
Saturated fat 1g	5%
Trans fat 0g
Cholesterol 107mg	36%
Sodium 993mg	43%
Total carbohydrate 36g	13%
Dietary fiber 3.7g	13%
Total sugars 4.9g
Protein 19g

* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

How we calculate this

% Daily Values use FDA reference amounts for a 2,000-calorie diet. The calorie split uses 4 kcal/g for protein and carbs and 9 kcal/g for fat. Claims such as “low sodium” follow FDA thresholds for the serving shown.

Our methodology

Updated October 13, 2026 · Not medical advice

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