Description
A delicious and vibrant Shrimp & Rice Bowl topped with fresh Pineapple Salsa, perfect for a quick and healthy meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups cooked white rice
- 1 cup pineapple, diced
- 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 avocado, sliced (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they turn pink and opaque. Remove from heat.
- In a separate bowl, combine the diced pineapple, red bell pepper, red onion, cilantro, and lime juice. Mix well to create the salsa.
- To assemble the bowls, place a serving of cooked rice at the bottom of each bowl. Top with cooked shrimp and a generous scoop of pineapple salsa.
- If desired, add sliced avocado on top for extra creaminess. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add diced jalapeño to the pineapple salsa.
- Substitute quinoa or brown rice for a healthier grain option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 200mg