Description
This Cilantro Lime Shrimp Bowl is a vibrant and satisfying meal featuring juicy shrimp, fluffy rice, black beans, corn, avocado, and a fresh cilantro lime dressing. Quick to prepare and perfect for busy weeknights or healthy meal prep, it combines bold Mexican-inspired flavors with wholesome ingredients in a colorful, balanced bowl.
Ingredients
For the Shrimp
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
For the Bowl
- 3 cups cooked white or brown rice
- 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 avocado, sliced
- ¼ cup chopped cilantro
- Lime wedges, for garnish
Cilantro Lime Dressing
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Season the shrimp: In a bowl, toss the peeled and deveined shrimp with chili powder, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated, ensuring each shrimp is flavorful.
- Cook the shrimp: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2–3 minutes on each side until the shrimp turn pink and are fully cooked through. Remove from heat.
- Prepare the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, fresh lime juice, chopped cilantro, honey, salt, and pepper until the dressing is smooth and emulsified.
- Assemble the bowls: Divide the cooked rice evenly among four serving bowls. Top each with black beans, corn kernels, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced avocado, and the cooked shrimp.
- Add the dressing and garnish: Drizzle the cilantro lime dressing generously over each bowl. Garnish with additional fresh chopped cilantro and lime wedges for squeezing just before eating.
Notes
- Swap shrimp for grilled chicken or tofu to vary protein options.
- Add shredded lettuce for extra freshness and crunch.
- This recipe is ideal for meal prep when the dressing is stored separately to keep ingredients fresh.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
