A vibrant and healthy bowl featuring seasoned shrimp, sautéed peppers and onions, black beans, corn, and avocado over cilantro lime rice, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
15 min prep
15 min cook
4 servings
480 kcal/serving
Ingredients
1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tbsp olive oil, divided
1 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp cumin
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 green bell pepper, sliced
1 large onion, sliced
1 cup cooked black beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen, thawed)
1 avocado, sliced
For the cilantro lime rice: 1 cup long-grain rice, 2 cups water, 1/4 cup chopped cilantro, juice of 1 lime, salt to taste
Prepare cilantro lime rice: Cook rice according to package directions. Fluff and stir in cilantro and lime juice; season with salt. Keep warm.
In a bowl, toss shrimp with 1 tbsp olive oil, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Heat remaining 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.
In the same skillet, add bell peppers and onion. Sauté 5-7 minutes until tender and lightly charred. Season with salt and pepper.
Assemble bowls: Divide cilantro lime rice among 4 bowls. Top with sautéed peppers and onions, black beans, corn, cooked shrimp, and avocado slices.
Serve with optional toppings like sour cream, salsa, shredded cheese, and lime wedges.
Tips
For extra flavor, add a squeeze of lime over the shrimp before serving.
To make it a low-carb option, replace rice with cauliflower rice or lettuce.
Store leftovers separately and reheat gently to avoid overcooking shrimp.