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Blackened shrimp bowl with avocado cabbage and rice
Emily Hart

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!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Tex-Mex
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cilantro Lime Dressing:
  • ½ cup Greek yogurt
  • ¼ 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
  • ½ tsp onion powder
  • ½ tsp dried oregano
  • ½ tsp dried thyme
  • ¼ tsp cayenne pepper adjust to taste
  • Salt and pepper to taste
For the Bowl:
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  • 2 cups cooked rice quinoa, or cauliflower rice
  • 1 avocado sliced
  • ½ cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • ½ cup shredded cabbage or lettuce
  • ¼ cup pickled red onions
  • ¼ cup grilled corn optional
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Method
 

  1. Prep the shrimp:In a medium bowl, toss shrimp with olive oil and all the blackening spices. Make sure each shrimp is evenly coated.
  2. 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.
  3. Make the dressing:In a small bowl or blender, mix Greek yogurt, cilantro, lime juice, olive oil, and salt. Blend until smooth.
  4. Assemble the bowls:Divide the base (rice, quinoa, or greens) into bowls. Top with shrimp, avocado, tomatoes, cabbage, pickled onions, and corn.
  5. Add sauce and garnish:Drizzle cilantro lime dressing on top and garnish with fresh cilantro.
  6. Serve immediately or store:Enjoy fresh or store components separately for meal prep.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowl (approx. 400–450g)Calories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 16gCholesterol: 165mgSodium: 520mgFiber: 7gSugar: 3g

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.

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