Zesty Shrimp & Avocado Rice Bowls with Cilantro Lime Sauce
Make dinner exciting with Zesty Shrimp & Avocado Rice Bowls with Cilantro Lime Sauce! Juicy shrimp, creamy avocado, and a tangy cilantro lime sauce come together in a fresh, beginner-friendly meal. You’ll love how quick and customizable this bowl is—perfect for busy nights.
Ingredients
For the Shrimp:
- 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Bowls:
- 2 cups cooked rice white or brown
- 1 ripe avocado diced
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1/4 cup red onion thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
For the Cilantro Lime Sauce:
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp water
- 1/4 tsp salt
- Pinch of black pepper
Instructions
- In a bowl, toss shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Let sit for 5 minutes.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high. Cook shrimp in a single layer, 2–3 minutes per side, until pink and opaque. Set aside.
- Whisk together all sauce ingredients in a small bowl until smooth. Chill until serving.
- Divide rice into 4 bowls. Top each with shrimp, avocado, tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro.
- Drizzle generously with cilantro lime sauce. Add a lime wedge for garnish if desired.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your Zesty Shrimp & Avocado Rice Bowls with Cilantro Lime Sauce!
Notes
For extra zest, add lime zest to the sauce. Try swapping shrimp for grilled chicken or tofu for a fun twist on Zesty Shrimp & Avocado Rice Bowls with Cilantro Lime Sauce.
Nutrition:
Per serving (estimated): 375 calories, 18g protein, 18g fat, 35g carbs
Per serving (estimated): 375 calories, 18g protein, 18g fat, 35g carbs