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Zesty Shrimp & Avocado Bowls

Zesty Shrimp & Avocado Bowls: A Fresh Taste of Summer

Enjoy Zesty Shrimp & Avocado Bowls, a refreshing dish bursting with flavors of lime, shrimp, and avocado.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Seafood
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4 bowls
Calories 400 kcal

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Medium mixing bowl
  • Cutting Board
  • Knife

Ingredients
  

For the Bowl

  • 1 lb peeled and deveined shrimp
  • 2 whole ripe avocados sliced or cubed
  • 2 cups cooked rice or quinoa choose quinoa for a nutty flair or rice for a classic touch

For the Salsa

  • 1 cup diced fresh mango
  • 1 small finely chopped red onion
  • 1 whole seeded and minced jalapeño adjust to your spice preference
  • 1 whole lime juice freshly squeezed

For Cooking Shrimp

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • salt and pepper to taste

For Garnish

  • 1 handful chopped fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Dicing mango into small cubes, finely chop red onion, and mince jalapeño, then combine with lime juice.
  • Season shrimp with chili powder, salt and pepper to taste.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet, then cook seasoned shrimp until pink and opaque.
  • In serving bowls, place cooked rice or quinoa as the base, then layer with avocado slices.
  • Top bowls with cooked shrimp and mango salsa.
  • Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve immediately.

Notes

For best results, avoid overcooking shrimp. Add avocado just before serving to prevent browning.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 7gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 12IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg
Keyword Avocado, Healthy Recipe, Mango Salsa, quick dinner, shrimp, Zesty Shrimp & Avocado Bowls
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