🌮 Fiesta Shrimp Rice Bowl 🍤🍚🌽
Packed with bold flavors and vibrant colors, this Fiesta Shrimp Rice Bowl combines perfectly spiced shrimp, fluffy rice, and fresh toppings like black beans, corn, and avocado. It's a quick, healthy, and oh-so-delicious meal for any occasion! 🌟✨
Ingredients:
For the Shrimp:
1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined 🍤
2 tbsp olive oil 🌿
1 tsp chili powder 🌶️
1/2 tsp cumin 🌟
1/2 tsp smoked paprika 🌿
1/4 tsp garlic powder 🧄
1/4 tsp onion powder 🧅
Juice of 1 lime 🍋
Salt & pepper to taste 🧂
For the Rice:
2 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or cilantro-lime rice) 🍚
Optional: 1/4 cup chopped cilantro and 1 tbsp lime juice for cilantro-lime rice 🌿🍋
For the Toppings:
1/2 cup black beans, rinsed and drained 🫘
1/2 cup corn kernels, grilled or steamed 🌽
1 avocado, diced 🥑
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 🍅
1/4 cup red onion, finely diced 🧅
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped 🌿
Optional: 1 jalapeño, sliced for heat 🌶️
For the Dressing:
1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt 🥛
1 tbsp lime juice 🍋
1 tbsp hot sauce or sriracha (optional) 🌶️
Salt to taste 🧂
Instructions:
1. Cook the Rice:
Prepare the rice according to package instructions. For cilantro-lime rice, stir in chopped cilantro and lime juice once cooked. Set aside.
2. Prepare the Shrimp:
In a mixing bowl, toss shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side, or until pink and opaque. Squeeze lime juice over the shrimp and set aside.
3. Make the Dressing:
In a small bowl, whisk together sour cream (or Greek yogurt), lime juice, and hot sauce (if using). Season with salt and adjust to taste.
4. Assemble the Bowls:
Divide the rice among serving bowls. Top with cooked shrimp, black beans, corn, avocado, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
5. Drizzle and Garnish:
Drizzle the dressing over the bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro and sliced jalapeño (if using). Serve immediately.
Customization Ideas:
Crunch Factor: Add crushed tortilla chips or roasted pepitas for extra texture.
Protein Swap: Substitute shrimp with grilled chicken, steak, or tofu.
Make It Spicy: Use a spicy marinade for the shrimp or add extra hot sauce to the dressing.
This Fiesta Shrimp Rice Bowl is a flavor explosion in every bite, bringing together fresh ingredients and zesty spices for a quick and satisfying meal. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep! 💛
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