Description
These Blackened Shrimp Bowls are bursting with bold flavor, loaded with nutrients, and come together in under 30 minutes. Perfect for quick weeknight meals or make-ahead lunches!
Ingredients
For the Cilantro Lime Dressing:
1/2 cup Greek yogurt
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Juice of 1 lime
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt to taste
1 clove garlic, minced (optional)
For the Shrimp:
1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp dried thyme
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
Salt and pepper to taste
For the Bowl:
2 cups cooked rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice
1 avocado, sliced
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup shredded cabbage or lettuce
1/4 cup pickled red onions
1/4 cup grilled corn (optional)
Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
Prep the shrimp:
In a medium bowl, toss shrimp with olive oil and all the blackening spices. Make sure each shrimp is evenly coated.
Cook the shrimp:
Heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the shrimp in a single layer. Cook for 2–3 minutes per side or until blackened and cooked through. Set aside.
Make the dressing:
In a small bowl or blender, mix Greek yogurt, cilantro, lime juice, olive oil, and salt. Blend until smooth.
Assemble the bowls:
Divide the base (rice, quinoa, or greens) into bowls. Top with shrimp, avocado, tomatoes, cabbage, pickled onions, and corn.
Add sauce and garnish:
Drizzle cilantro lime dressing on top and garnish with fresh cilantro.
Serve immediately or store:
Enjoy fresh or store components separately for meal prep.
Notes
For extra heat, add more cayenne or sliced jalapeños.
Swap shrimp for grilled chicken or tofu if preferred.
To make it dairy-free, use a plant-based yogurt in the dressing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
- Cuisine: American, Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 400–450g)
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 165mg
Keywords: Blackened Shrimp, Shrimp Bowls, Healthy Dinner, Meal Prep, Low Carb, Gluten-Free