Description
Shrimp Avocado Bowls with Mango Salsa is a colorful and nutritious dish that brings together succulent shrimp, creamy avocado, and zesty mango salsa. This refreshing recipe is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a gathering or enjoying a light meal at home. Each ingredient contributes to a delightful burst of flavors and textures, making it not only tasty but also visually appealing.
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, chopped (for garnish)
- Lime wedges (for serving)
- Chili powder, to taste
- Garlic powder, to taste
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- Olive oil, for cooking
Instructions
- Pat the shrimp dry and season with chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque.
- In a mixing bowl, combine diced mango, jalapeño (if using), lime juice, cilantro, and a pinch of salt to create mango salsa.
- Assemble the bowls by placing cooked rice or quinoa as the base. Top with grilled shrimp and sliced avocado. Spoon over fresh mango salsa.
- Garnish with cilantro and serve with lime wedges for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 150mg