Zesty Shrimp and Avocado Rice Bowls with Creamy Cilantro Lime Sauce
A refreshing, protein-packed shrimp rice bowl loaded with bold flavors! Perfect for a quick and easy lunch or dinner. This healthy seafood recipe is bursting with zesty spices, creamy avocado, and a tangy cilantro lime sauce.
Ingredients for Shrimp Rice Bowls:
1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon chili powder
½ teaspoon ground cumin
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and black pepper, to taste
2 cups cooked rice (white or brown rice)
1 ripe avocado, diced
½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Ingredients for Creamy Cilantro Lime Sauce:
½ cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon water
¼ teaspoon salt
Pinch of black pepper
Instructions:
1. Season the Shrimp: In a mixing bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until well coated.
2. Cook the Shrimp: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side, or until pink and fully cooked. Remove from heat.
3. Prepare Cilantro Lime Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together sour cream (or Greek yogurt), chopped cilantro, lime juice, water, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
4. Assemble the Rice Bowls: Divide the cooked rice evenly among four bowls. Top with shrimp, diced avocado, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and fresh cilantro.
5. Finish with Sauce: Generously drizzle the cilantro lime sauce over each bowl.
6. Serve: Enjoy immediately for a satisfying, zesty shrimp and avocado rice bowl experience!
Perfect For:
Easy Shrimp Dinner Recipes
Healthy Rice Bowls
Quick Seafood Meals
High-Protein Lunch Ideas
Avocado and Shrimp Lovers
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