Description
Looking for a quick, healthy shrimp bowl packed with fresh flavors? These Easy Chili Lime Shrimp Bowls are the perfect shrimp dinner idea!
Ingredients
For the Chili Lime Shrimp:
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Shrimp Bowl Base:
- 2 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or cauliflower rice)
- 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ red onion, finely diced
- 1 avocado, sliced
For the Shrimp Bowl Sauce (Creamy Lime Dressing):
- ½ cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Garnishes:
- Chopped fresh cilantro
- Lime wedges for serving
- Crumbled queso fresco or feta cheese
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, lime juice, lime zest, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, cumin, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Toss the shrimp in the marinade and let it sit for 15-20 minutes to absorb the flavors.
Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until they turn pink and slightly charred. Remove from heat and set aside.
While the shrimp is cooking, prepare your rice, beans, corn, tomatoes, red onion, and avocado. Arrange them in serving bowls.
In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, lime juice, honey, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth. Adjust the consistency with a little water if needed.
Divide the cooked rice among bowls. Top with grilled shrimp, black beans, corn, tomatoes, red onion, and avocado. Drizzle with the creamy lime dressing, sprinkle with fresh cilantro, and serve with lime wedges on the side.
Notes
✔️ Don’t Overcook Shrimp – Shrimp cooks fast! Remove them as soon as they turn pink.
✔️ Use Fresh Lime Juice – Fresh lime juice enhances the bright, citrusy flavor.
✔️ Marinate for Maximum Flavor – Let the shrimp soak up the chili-lime seasoning for at least 15 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: Dinner
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 220
- Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 30g
Keywords: Shrimp Recipes Bowl