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Shrimp and Avocado Bowls with Creamy Cilantro-Lime Dressing

These Shrimp and Avocado Bowls are packed with juicy shrimp, creamy avocado, and a zesty cilantro-lime dressing. A healthy, flavorful, and easy-to-make meal perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or lunch.
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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, Mexican
Calories: 550
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
  • 4 cups cooked quinoa chilled
  • 2 avocados sliced or diced
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup corn thawed if frozen
  • 1/2 cup red onion finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt plain
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro packed
  • 1/4 cup lime juice freshly squeezed
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 1 tsp honey or agave nectar

Equipment

  • 1 Large Skillet
  • 1 Small Blender or Food Processor
  • 2 Mixing Bowls

Method
 

  1. In a small blender, combine all ingredients for the Creamy Cilantro-Lime Dressing: Greek yogurt, cilantro, lime juice, olive oil, garlic, and honey. Blend until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.
  2. Pat the shrimp dry. In a medium bowl, toss the shrimp with 1 tbsp olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well-coated.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until pink and opaque. Remove from skillet.
  4. To assemble the Shrimp and Avocado Bowls, divide the cooked quinoa among four bowls. Top with the cooked shrimp, sliced avocado, black beans, corn, and red onion.
  5. Drizzle generously with the prepared dressing and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 550kcalProtein: 35gFat: 25gFiber: 15g

Notes

Tip 1: For the best flavor, use fresh, ripe ingredients. Freshly squeezed lime juice and fresh cilantro make a world of difference.
Tip 2: To save time, you can make the quinoa and dressing a day or two in advance.
Tip 3: Don't dress the bowls until you are ready to serve to keep all the ingredients crisp and fresh.
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