Description
Bright, bold, and loaded with flavor, this Baja Shrimp Taco Bowl is your new go-to for an easy dinner or healthy lunch. Juicy seasoned shrimp, fluffy cilantro-lime rice, creamy avocado, and crunchy cabbage make every bite satisfying and delicious. It’s the perfect blend of fresh ingredients and vibrant Southwest flair. Ideal for quick dinners, healthy snacks, or meal prep ideas, this easy recipe is ready in under 30 minutes and fits right into your weeknight food ideas or lunch bowl rotation. Gluten-free and customizable, it’s a must-try for shrimp lovers and bowl fans alike.
Ingredients
1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 cups cooked jasmine rice
1 tablespoon lime juice
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
1 cup shredded purple cabbage
1 avocado, sliced
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1/4 cup chipotle mayo or spicy yogurt sauce
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (for garnish)
2 lime wedges
Instructions
1. Toss shrimp with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Let marinate for 10–15 minutes.
2. Cook jasmine rice and mix with lime juice and chopped cilantro. Set aside.
3. In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook shrimp for 2–3 minutes per side until pink and lightly charred.
4. Slice avocado, chop bell pepper, and shred cabbage. Warm up the chipotle mayo or yogurt sauce.
5. To assemble, place rice in bowl, top with shrimp, cabbage, bell pepper, and avocado.
6. Drizzle sauce on top and garnish with chopped cilantro and lime wedges. Serve immediately.
Notes
For extra flavor, grill the shrimp instead of pan-searing.
If you’re meal prepping, store components separately to keep everything fresh.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southwest
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 165mg
Keywords: shrimp bowl, taco bowl, baja bowl, healthy lunch, easy dinner, meal prep