Description
These Easy Chili Lime Shrimp Bowls are a vibrant and healthy meal featuring marinated shrimp cooked to perfection and served over rice with fresh veggies and a zesty cilantro lime Greek yogurt dressing. Ready in under 30 minutes, these bowls offer a perfect balance of spicy, tangy, and creamy flavors for a quick and satisfying dinner.
Ingredients
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Shrimp and Marinade
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Zest and juice of 1 lime
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Bowl Components
- 2 cups cooked white or brown rice (or cauliflower rice)
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 cup diced cucumber
- 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
- ½ avocado, sliced
- Optional: thinly sliced red onion or radishes
Cilantro Lime Dressing
- â…“ cup plain Greek yogurt
- Juice of 1 lime
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: splash of water to thin
Instructions
- Marinate the Shrimp: In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, lime juice and zest, garlic, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Add the peeled and deveined shrimp, tossing to coat evenly. Let the shrimp marinate for 10 to 15 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Make the Dressing: Whisk together the plain Greek yogurt, lime juice, chopped fresh cilantro, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. If the dressing is too thick, thin it out with a splash of water to reach your desired consistency. Set aside.
- Cook the Shrimp: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated shrimp and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side until they turn opaque and develop a light golden-brown color. Remove the shrimp from the heat once cooked through.
- Assemble the Bowls: Divide the cooked rice into serving bowls. Layer shredded lettuce, diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced avocado, and cooked shrimp on top of the rice. Drizzle each bowl generously with the cilantro lime dressing. Garnish with lime wedges and extra cilantro if desired. Add optional thinly sliced red onion or radishes for extra crunch and flavor.
Notes
- Use brown rice or cauliflower rice for a healthier or low-carb alternative.
- Adjust chili powder and smoked paprika amounts to control the heat level.
- Make sure shrimp are fully thawed if frozen before marinating.
- For extra flavor, let the shrimp marinate longer, up to 30 minutes.
- Leftover dressing can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Serve immediately for best texture and freshness.
- Optional garnishes like radishes or red onions add a nice crunch balance.
