Description
Shrimp Avocado Bowls with Mango Salsa are a delightful blend of fresh ingredients that transform a simple meal into a vibrant culinary experience. This dish features succulent grilled shrimp, creamy avocado slices, and zesty mango salsa, all served over a base of fluffy rice or quinoa. Perfect for any occasion—from casual weeknight dinners to summer gatherings—these bowls are not only visually appealing but also packed with flavor and nutrition. With just 25 minutes from start to finish, it’s an easy and customizable recipe that caters to all tastes. Enjoy the refreshing burst of flavors in every bite, making it a favorite for seafood lovers and health enthusiasts alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1–2 ripe avocados, sliced
- 2 cups cooked rice or quinoa
- 1 large ripe mango, diced
- 1 small jalapeño, finely chopped (optional)
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the shrimp by drying and seasoning them with chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook seasoned shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque.
- In a mixing bowl, combine diced mango with red onion, jalapeño (if using), lime juice, cilantro, and salt to create the salsa.
- Assemble the bowls by starting with rice or quinoa as the base. Top with grilled shrimp, avocado slices, and generously spoon mango salsa over everything.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges on the side.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 170mg