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Shrimp & Avocado Rice Bowls

Savory Shrimp & Avocado Rice Bowls for a Fresh Dinner Delight

Delicious Shrimp & Avocado Rice Bowls feature vibrant ingredients and tangy cilantro lime sauce for a fresh dinner delight.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Marinating Time 5 minutes
Total Time 23 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Large Shrimp Peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Substitution: avocado oil
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Adjust to your liking
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Optional
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Swap with fresh garlic for bolder flavor
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Rice Bowl
  • 3 cups Cooked Rice White or brown rice
  • 1 large Avocado Ripe
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halved
  • 1/2 cup Red Onion Thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro Freshly chopped
For the Cilantro Lime Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream or Greek Yogurt Opt for plant-based yogurt for dairy-free version
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Freshly squeezed
  • to taste tablespoons Water Adjust for desired thickness
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Instructions
  1. In a bowl, combine peeled and deveined large shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss well and marinate for 5 minutes.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add the seasoned shrimp. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until the shrimp turn pink and opaque. Remove from the pan once done.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together sour cream (or Greek yogurt), chopped cilantro, freshly squeezed lime juice, and a splash of water. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Distribute cooked rice into bowls. Layer with shrimp, diced avocado, halved cherry tomatoes, and sliced red onion. Top with fresh cilantro.
  5. Pour the cilantro lime sauce over each bowl and garnish with a lime wedge if desired.
  6. Serve immediately while warm and fresh!

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Keep the sauce separate to maintain freshness.

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