Name: Chili Lime Shrimp Bowls with Mango-Avocado Salsa
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 1 lb raw shrimp, peeled & deveined; 1 Tbsp olive oil; 2 tsp chili powder; 1 tsp cumin; 1 tsp salt; ½ tsp smoked paprika; ½ tsp garlic powder; ¼ tsp black pepper; ⅛ tsp cayenne pepper (omit if you don't want it too spicy); Shredded green cabbage; Cooked white rice; 2 small mangos, diced (or 1 large mango); 1 large avocado, diced; ¼ cup red onion, chopped; 1 jalapeño, deseeded & finely chopped; 2 Tbsp cilantro, chopped (leaves & stems); 1 lime, juiced

Description

Chili Lime Shrimp Bowls with Mango-Avocado Salsa are a delightful fusion of zesty and sweet flavors, perfect for any meal occasion. These vibrant bowls feature succulent shrimp marinated in bold spices, served over fluffy rice, and topped with a refreshing mango-avocado salsa. Ready in just 25 minutes, they provide a satisfying and nutritious option for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb raw shrimp, peeled & deveined
1 Tbsp olive oil
2 tsp chili powder
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp salt
½ tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp garlic powder
¼ tsp black pepper
⅛ tsp cayenne pepper (omit if you don't want it too spicy)
Shredded green cabbage
Cooked white rice
2 small mangos, diced (or 1 large mango)
1 large avocado, diced
¼ cup red onion, chopped
1 jalapeño, deseeded & finely chopped
2 Tbsp cilantro, chopped (leaves & stems)
1 lime, juiced

Instructions

In a large bowl, mix the diced mango, avocado, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, and lime juice to make the salsa. Cover and refrigerate.
In a small bowl, combine chili powder, cumin, salt, smoked paprika, garlic powder, black pepper, and cayenne (if using). Pat shrimp dry and toss with olive oil and spice mix until coated.
Heat olive oil in a sauté pan over medium-high heat. Cook shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove from heat.
To assemble bowls: place white rice at the bottom, top with shrimp, shredded cabbage, and salsa. Squeeze fresh lime juice on top before serving.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Sautéing
Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
Calories: 550
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 900mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 15g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 68g
Fiber: 6g
Protein: 28g
Cholesterol: 250mg

Keywords: For extra flavor complexity, let the shrimp marinate for 15 minutes before cooking. Feel free to customize the salsa by adding diced bell peppers or swapping out ingredients based on seasonality.