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Mexican Shrimp Bowl

Mexican Shrimp Bowl

A vibrant and flavorful Mexican Shrimp Bowl loaded with seasoned shrimp, fresh vegetables, and zesty rice for a quick and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup cooked cilantro lime rice
  • 1/2 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1/2 cup corn kernels
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 lime, cut into wedges
  • 1/4 cup diced red onion
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • Optional: sour cream or Greek yogurt for topping

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, toss shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until opaque and cooked through.
  3. Warm the cooked cilantro lime rice, black beans, and corn as desired.
  4. Assemble the bowls by dividing rice, black beans, and corn equally.
  5. Top with cooked shrimp, avocado slices, diced onion, cherry tomatoes, and chopped cilantro.
  6. Squeeze fresh lime juice over the bowl and add a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt if desired.
  7. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

For extra spice, add a drizzle of hot sauce or a sprinkle of cayenne pepper. This bowl also pairs well with a side of tortilla chips.