Description
Chipotle Lime Shrimp Bowls combine juicy shrimp marinated in smoky chipotle and fresh lime with vibrant veggies and a flavorful base for a quick, healthy, and customizable meal packed with bold and balanced flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp and Marinade
- 1 lb fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, minced
- 2 tbsp lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tsp lime zest
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Base
- 2 cups cooked rice or cauliflower rice
Veggies and Toppings
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
- 1/2 cup corn kernels
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade and Shrimp: Combine minced garlic, chipotle peppers in adobo, lime juice, lime zest, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Add peeled and deveined shrimp and toss to coat evenly. Let it marinate for at least 10 minutes to soak in all those bold flavors.
- Cook the Base: Prepare your choice of rice or cauliflower rice according to package instructions. Fluff it with a fork and keep warm while you cook the shrimp and veggies.
- Sauté Shrimp and Veggies: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook for 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove and set aside. In the same skillet, quickly sauté bell peppers, corn, or your chosen veggies until tender-crisp.
- Assemble the Bowls: Divide the rice or base into bowls, layer with shrimp, sautéed veggies, and fresh toppings like avocado slices and cilantro. Finish with an extra squeeze of lime juice for brightness.
Notes
- Use Fresh Shrimp: Fresh or thawed shrimp yields the best texture and flavor compared to frozen cooked shrimp.
- Don’t Overcook Shrimp: Shrimp cooks quickly; remove as soon as they turn opaque to keep them tender.
- Marinate Wisely: Avoid marinating shrimp for too long to prevent a mushy texture—10 to 20 minutes is ideal.
- Balance the Heat: Taste your chipotle sauce before adding to adjust spiciness for your preference.
- Fresh Lime is Key: Freshly squeezed lime juice makes all the difference compared to bottled varieties.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
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