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Shrimp Avocado Bowls with Mango Salsa featuring grilled shrimp, fresh mango chunks, and lime wedges in ceramic bowls.
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Shrimp Avocado Bowls with Mango Salsa

Juicy cumin-lime shrimp over cilantro-lime rice with creamy avocado and sweet-spicy mango salsa - a bright, healthy weeknight dinner that tastes like vacation.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, lunch
Cuisine: American, Mexican-Inspired
Calories: 485

Ingredients
  

For the Rice
  • 1.5 cups long-grain white rice rinsed
  • 2.25 cups water
  • 1 lime zest and juice
  • 0.25 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 0.5 tsp salt
For the Shrimp
  • 1.5 lbs large shrimp peeled and deveined, tails off
  • 2 tbsp olive oil divided
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 0.5 tsp smoked paprika
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp lime juice freshly squeezed
  • 0.75 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
For the Mango Salsa
  • 2 ripe mango peeled and diced
  • 1 red bell pepper diced small
  • 1 jalapeño seeded and minced
  • 0.25 cup red onion finely diced
  • 2 tbsp lime juice freshly squeezed
  • 0.25 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 0.25 tsp salt
For Assembly
  • 2 ripe avocados sliced
  • fresh cilantro for garnish
  • lime wedges for serving

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Medium saucepan
  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

Prep
  1. In a medium bowl, combine diced mango, red bell pepper, jalapeño, red onion, lime juice, cilantro, and salt. Stir well and let sit at room temperature while you cook - this helps the flavors meld.
Cook the Rice
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine rinsed rice, water, and salt. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until water is absorbed. Remove from heat, keep covered, and let steam for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork, then stir in lime zest, lime juice, and cilantro.
Cook the Shrimp
  1. Pat shrimp completely dry with paper towels - this is crucial for a good sear. Toss with cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add half the shrimp in a single layer and cook undisturbed for 2 minutes until pink and golden on the bottom. Flip and cook 1 minute more. Transfer to a plate. Repeat with remaining oil and shrimp.
  3. Return all shrimp to the skillet over low heat. Add minced garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant. Remove from heat and toss with lime juice.
Assemble
  1. Divide rice among 4 bowls. Top with shrimp, a generous scoop of mango salsa, and sliced avocado. Garnish with extra cilantro and serve with lime wedges.

Notes

Buy shrimp already peeled and deveined to save time - the 20-minute prep assumes this. For a milder salsa, use half a jalapeño or swap in a mild poblano. The mango salsa can be made up to 2 hours ahead; just hold off on adding salt until serving so it doesn't get watery.