Zesty Shrimp Avocado Power Bowl
A vibrant and refreshing power bowl featuring succulent shrimp, creamy avocado, and crisp vegetables, all tossed in a zesty lime dressing. Perfect for a light and healthy meal.
Equipment
- Large Skillet
- Small Bowl
- Whisk
- Large Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb raw shrimp peeled and deveined (medium or large)
- 2 ripe avocados diced
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes halved
- 1 English cucumber diced
- 1/4 cup red onion finely diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
For the Dressing & Seasoning
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from 2-3 limes)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (plus 1 tbsp for cooking shrimp)
- 1 clove garlic minced (optional)
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- red pepper flakes Pinch (optional)
Instructions
Cooking the Shrimp
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove and cool slightly.
Preparing the Dressing
- Whisk together lime juice, 2 tablespoons olive oil, minced garlic (if using), salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Adjust seasonings to taste.
Chopping the Vegetables
- While the shrimp cools, dice the avocados, halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the cucumber, and finely dice the red onion.
Assembling and Serving
- Combine cooled shrimp, diced avocado, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, finely diced red onion, and chopped cilantro in a large mixing bowl.
- Pour the dressing over the ingredients, gently toss until well combined, and serve immediately.
Notes
For extra flavor, marinate the shrimp in a little lime juice and garlic before cooking. You can also add some grilled corn or black beans for a heartier meal.