Shrimp Grain Bowl

Prep time: 35 min
Cook time: 10 min
Servings: 4
Yield: 4 servings

Description

Grilled shrimp, zucchini, and red onion top cooked farro in this spring-ready grain bowl recipe that's super easy to prepare.

Ingredients

1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 pound extra-large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 medium zucchini, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 cup diced red onion
1/4 cup tahini
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons maple syrup
1 clove garlic, minced
3 tablespoons water
3 cups warm cooked farro
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
1 medium lemon, cut into wedges

Directions

1 Whisk oil, vinegar, oregano, salt, and pepper together in a large bowl. Add shrimp, zucchini, and onion; toss to coat.
2 Thread shrimp and vegetables onto eight 8-inch skewers.
3 Preheat an outdoor grill to medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
4 Meanwhile, for dressing, whisk tahini, lemon juice, maple syrup, and garlic together in a small bowl. Slowly add the water, whisking constantly until smooth and drizzling consistency.
5 Grill skewers, covered, turning once halfway through, until shrimp are opaque and vegetables are crisp-tender, 10 to 12 minutes.
6 Divide farro among 4 bowls. Top with shrimp and vegetables, tomatoes, and mint. Drizzle with dressing. Serve with lemon wedges.