Description

This Fiesta Lime Shrimp Bowl is a fresh, flavor-packed meal featuring juicy chili-lime shrimp served over fluffy rice with creamy avocado, sweet corn, tomatoes, red onion, and fresh cilantro. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s an easy weeknight dinner that’s perfect for meal prep, healthy lunches, and family-friendly meals.

Ingredients

Scale

2 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil
2 tablespoons lime juice (about 1 large lime)
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 cups cooked white rice
1/4 cup red onion, diced
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, diced
1 jalapeño, sliced (optional)
1 large avocado, sliced
1 (15-ounce) can fire-roasted corn, drained
Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Lime wedges, for serving
Creamy jalapeño ranch or cilantro ranch, for serving

Instructions

In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, pepper, cayenne, and chopped cilantro.
Pat the shrimp dry and add them to the marinade. Toss well to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 15 minutes.
While the shrimp marinates, cook the rice according to package directions and divide it between serving bowls.
Top the rice with corn, tomatoes, red onion, avocado, jalapeño slices, and fresh cilantro.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated shrimp in a single layer.
Cook for 2–3 minutes per side, or until the shrimp are pink, opaque, and fully cooked.
Remove from heat and toss the shrimp in the remaining juices from the pan.
Add the shrimp to the prepared bowls.
Garnish with additional cilantro, fresh lime wedges, and a drizzle of creamy jalapeño ranch or cilantro ranch before serving.

Notes

Do not marinate shrimp longer than 30 minutes, as the lime juice can affect the texture.
Brown rice, quinoa, cauliflower rice, or lettuce can be substituted for white rice.
For extra heat, add additional cayenne pepper or sliced jalapeños.

Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins

Nutrition

Calories: 485 kcal
Sugar: 5 g
Protein: 30 g