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Fiesta Shrimp Rice Bowl

Fiesta Shrimp Rice Bowl: A Quick and Flavorful Delight

Enjoy a vibrant Fiesta Shrimp Rice Bowl, brimming with flavor and ready in just 20 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: DINNER
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 480

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Fresh shrimp substitute with cooked chicken or firm tofu
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil can substitute with avocado oil
  • 1 tablespoon Chili powder or paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin omit for milder flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder fresh garlic for more intensity
  • to taste Salt kosher salt recommended
  • to taste Pepper
For the Bowl
  • 2 cups Cooked rice or quinoa/cauliflower rice
  • 1 can Black beans canned or cooked dried beans
  • 1 cup Sweet corn thaw frozen corn before serving
  • 1 cup Salsa your favorite style
  • 1/4 cup Fresh cilantro or parsley
  • 1/2 cup Chopped red onion or green onions
  • 1 avocado Avocado or guacamole

Equipment

  • skillet
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Shrimp Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine fresh shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss gently to coat, ensuring every shrimp is well-seasoned.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque.
Assembling the Bowl
  1. While shrimp cooks, prepare your cooked rice. Ensure it's warmed and ready.
  2. Start with a generous scoop of rice in each serving bowl. Layer with black beans and sweet corn, then add the cooked shrimp on top. Finish with salsa, cilantro, red onion, and avocado.
  3. Drizzle with lime juice for an extra burst of freshness, if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 8gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This dish is customizable with different proteins and fresh veggies. Keep components separate for meal prep to enjoy throughout the week.

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