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Spicy Shrimp and Avocado Rice Bowl

Spicy Shrimp and Avocado Rice Bowl for Easy Weeknight Bliss

Discover a quick and flavorful Spicy Shrimp and Avocado Rice Bowl, perfect for busy weeknights with its bold flavors and healthy ingredients.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Fusion
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice
  • 1 cup Rice A neutral base that absorbs the shrimp's flavor
For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Shrimp Peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Or avocado oil as substitute
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Adjust according to your heat preference
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Brings subtle sweetness
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Adjust to suit your spice tolerance
  • Salt Salt To taste
  • Pepper Pepper To taste
For the Bowl Topping
  • 1 medium Avocado Best sliced right before serving
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro Chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds Optional but recommended for garnish
  • 2 wedge Lime Wedges For serving

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • measuring spoons
  • measuring cups

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Cook the rice according to package instructions, then fluff and keep warm.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, paprika, cayenne, salt, and pepper.
  3. Add shrimp to the marinade and let sit for 10-15 minutes.
  4. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side.
  5. Divide rice between bowls, top with cooked shrimp and sliced avocado.
  6. Garnish with cilantro and sesame seeds, and serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 5gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish is perfect for leftovers and can be easily customized with different proteins or toppings.

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