Description
A delicious and healthy recipe for Blackened Shrimp Bowls that are spicy, quick to prepare, and packed with flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups cooked brown rice
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 cup corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- In a bowl, combine paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
- Toss the shrimp in olive oil and then coat with the spice mixture.
- Add the seasoned shrimp to the hot skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are opaque and cooked through.
- Remove from heat.
- In serving bowls, layer the cooked brown rice, blackened shrimp, cherry tomatoes, avocado slices, and corn.
- Drizzle with lime juice and sprinkle with fresh cilantro.
- Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- For a milder version, reduce the cayenne pepper or omit it entirely.
- You can substitute quinoa or cauliflower rice for a different base.
- For added crunch, top with crushed tortilla chips or serve with a side of salsa.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 200mg