Detox Buddha Bowl with Shrimp (Printer-Friendly)

Vibrant bowl with succulent shrimp, fresh vegetables, creamy avocado, and fluffy quinoa with tangy balsamic drizzle.

# What You'll Need:

→ Seafood

01 - 7 oz large shrimp, peeled and deveined

→ Grains

02 - 1/2 cup quinoa, uncooked
03 - 1 cup water

→ Vegetables

04 - 1 cup broccoli florets
05 - 1 cup asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
06 - 1 cup red cabbage, thinly sliced
07 - 1 medium tomato, diced
08 - 1 ripe avocado, sliced

→ Dressing

09 - 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
10 - 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
11 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

→ Optional

12 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
13 - Lemon wedges for serving

# How to Prepare:

01 - Rinse quinoa under cold water. In a small saucepan, combine quinoa and water. Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer on low heat for 12-15 minutes until water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and set aside.
02 - While quinoa cooks, bring a pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add broccoli and asparagus, blanch for 2-3 minutes until crisp-tender, then drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking. Set aside.
03 - Heat 1 teaspoon olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and sauté for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove from heat.
04 - In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
05 - Divide cooked quinoa between two bowls. Arrange shrimp, broccoli, asparagus, cabbage, tomato, and avocado on top in organized sections.
06 - Drizzle with balsamic-olive oil dressing. Garnish with fresh herbs and lemon wedge if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It comes together faster than you'd think, perfect for when you're hungry but want something that feels intentional, not rushed.
  • Every bite is different because you're eating distinct, flavorful components—no mixing everything into mush, just pure enjoyment of textures and tastes.
  • You'll actually feel energized after eating it, the kind of satisfied that doesn't come with the afternoon crash.
02 -
  • Don't skip the blanching step thinking you'll save time—that cold water shock is what keeps your vegetables bright and crisp instead of turning them into soft disappointment.
  • Your avocado should be added at the very last second; even a few minutes of sitting in a warm bowl will turn it brown and mealy, and that changes everything about the eating experience.
03 -
  • Pat your shrimp completely dry before they hit the pan—any moisture is steam, not sear, so a paper towel makes the difference between rubbery and tender.
  • Taste your dressing before it goes on the bowl; don't be afraid to adjust it, because a well-dressed bowl tastes exponentially better than one where everything's just sitting there waiting for flavor.
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