Description
Fresh and flavorful shrimp burrito bowls made with juicy seasoned shrimp, rice, and your favorite toppings. An easy, healthy meal perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound medium shrimp, deveined and peeled
- 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 2 large limes, juice and zest
- 1 tablespoon old bay or cajun seasoning
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 teaspoons honey
- Kosher salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons white wine vinegar
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 4 cups cauliflower rice, frozen and thawed
- 15 ounces black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1–2 fresh tomatoes, diced
- 1 large avocado, thinly sliced
- 1 cup corn, canned
- 4 green onions, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, minced
- Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Prepare Rice: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Add the cauliflower rice and 1-2 minced garlic cloves. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 6-8 minutes, or until tender. Stir in the lime juice and zest, black beans, salt, and pepper. Set aside and wipe clean the pan.
- Marinate Shrimp: In a medium bowl, combine 2 tablespoons olive oil, lime juice and zest, old bay or cajun seasoning, 2 minced garlic cloves, honey, salt, and pepper. Add the shrimp and toss to coat evenly. Allow to marinate for 15 minutes.
- Make Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, dijon mustard, lime juice, white wine vinegar, smoked paprika, salt, and ground pepper until well combined.
- Cook Shrimp: Heat the same non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Add the marinated shrimp in a single layer. Cook 2-3 minutes per side, or until pink and opaque. Set aside.
- Assemble Bowls: Divide the cauliflower rice into bowls and top with the shrimp, avocado slices, diced tomatoes, and corn.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with green onions and fresh cilantro. Drizzle the dressing and serve with lime wedges.
Notes
You may use brown rice or quinoa instead of cauliflower rice. Instead of shrimp, you may use chicken or ground turkey. Dairy-free yogurt can be used as a substitute for Greek yogurt. Use raw shrimp rather than pre-cooked shrimp for best results.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 548 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 922 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0.01 g
- Carbohydrates: 58 g
- Fiber: 19 g
- Protein: 37 g
- Cholesterol: 146 mg
Keywords: shrimp burrito bowl, cauliflower rice, healthy dinner, meal prep, Mexican inspired