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Spicy Shrimp and Avocado Rice Bowl

Spicy Shrimp and Avocado Rice Bowl

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  • Author: Ethan Walker
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Sauté
  • Cuisine: Mexican-American Fusion
  • Diet: Pescatarian

Description

A vibrant and zesty rice bowl featuring perfectly seared spicy shrimp, creamy avocado, and fresh lime. Perfect for a quick healthy dinner.


Ingredients

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1 lb Large Shrimp (peeled and deveined)
2 cups Cooked Brown Rice
2 Ripe Avocados (sliced)
1 tbsp Olive Oil
1 tsp Smoked Paprika
1/2 tsp Garlic Powder
1/4 tsp Cayenne Pepper
1/2 cup Greek Yogurt
1 tbsp Lime Juice
1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro (chopped)
Salt and Pepper to taste


Instructions

  1. Pat the shrimp dry and toss in a bowl with paprika, garlic powder, cayenne, salt, and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add shrimp and cook for 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove from heat.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk Greek yogurt, lime juice, and half of the cilantro to make a crema.
  5. Divide the cooked rice into four bowls.
  6. Top each bowl with the spicy shrimp and sliced avocado.
  7. Drizzle with the lime-cilantro crema and garnish with remaining fresh cilantro.

Notes

  • For a low-carb version, swap brown rice for cauliflower rice.
  • Ensure shrimp are fully thawed before cooking for the best texture.
  • Add pickled onions for extra crunch and acidity.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 480mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 7g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 185mg