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Shrimp and Avocado Bowl (Quick & Healthy Recipe)

This Shrimp and Avocado Bowl is a quick, healthy, and incredibly flavorful meal that comes together in under 30 minutes. It's packed with protein, fresh veggies, and a zesty cilantro lime dressing for the perfect weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 lime juiced
  • 2 cups quinoa cooked
  • 2 avocados ripe, diced
  • 1 cup roasted corn
  • 1 cup black beans rinsed and drained
  • 1/2 red onion finely diced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped

Equipment

  • 1 Large Skillet
  • 2 Mixing Bowls

Method
 

  1. Pat shrimp dry with a paper towel. In a medium bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until pink and opaque. Squeeze fresh lime juice over the shrimp and toss to combine.
  3. Divide the cooked quinoa among serving bowls. Arrange the cooked shrimp, diced avocado, roasted corn, black beans, and red onion over the quinoa.
  4. Sprinkle fresh cilantro over the top and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 520kcalProtein: 38gFat: 22gFiber: 15g

Notes

Tip 1: Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the shrimp to ensure they get a nice sear.
Tip 2: Add the avocado just before serving to keep it fresh and green.
Tip 3: For extra flavor, toast the quinoa in the pot for a minute before adding the cooking liquid.
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