Garlic Shrimp Rice Bowl
Garlic Shrimp Rice Bowl is a quick 25-minute dinner with seasoned shrimp, fluffy rice, avocado, and fresh corn salsa.
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 1 cup corn fresh or frozen
- 1 large avocado diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1 small red onion diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
- 4 cups cooked rice or quinoa
Instructions
- Place the shrimp in a large mixing bowl.
- Add olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Toss until the shrimp are evenly coated.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook the shrimp for 2–3 minutes per side until pink and fully cooked.
- Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- In a separate bowl, combine the corn, avocado, cherry tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, and lime juice.
- Gently stir until everything is evenly mixed.
- Divide the cooked rice or quinoa among serving bowls.
- Top each bowl with the seasoned shrimp and generous spoonfuls of the fresh avocado salsa.
- Serve your Garlic Shrimp Rice Bowl immediately with extra lime wedges if desired.
Notes
- Substitute brown rice, cauliflower rice, or quinoa depending on your dietary preferences.
- Fresh grilled corn adds extra smoky flavor.
- Garnish with extra cilantro, lime wedges, or sliced avocado.
- Pair with a fresh green salad or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.