Description
Shrimp and Avocado Bowls with Mango Salsa & Lime-Chili Sauce are fresh, vibrant, and full of flavor. Juicy shrimp are seasoned and sautéed to perfection, then served over fluffy rice with creamy avocado, sweet mango salsa, and a zesty lime-chili drizzle for a tropical-inspired meal that’s light yet satisfying.
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/4 tsp cumin
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 cups cooked jasmine or basmati rice (or cauliflower rice for low-carb)
- 1 large avocado, sliced
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
For the Mango Salsa:
- 1 ripe mango, diced
- 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 red onion, finely chopped
- 1 jalapeño, finely diced (optional)
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 tbsp chopped cilantro
- Salt to taste
For the Lime-Chili Sauce:
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp lime zest
- 1 tsp honey
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a bowl, toss shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook shrimp for 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Set aside.
- Prepare the mango salsa: In a mixing bowl, combine mango, red bell pepper, red onion, jalapeño, lime juice, cilantro, and salt. Toss well and set aside.
- Make the lime-chili sauce: Whisk together mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt), lime juice, zest, honey, chili powder, cayenne, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
- Assemble bowls: Add rice to each bowl, then top with shrimp, sliced avocado, and a generous scoop of mango salsa.
- Drizzle the lime-chili sauce over the top and garnish with cilantro and extra lime wedges.
- Serve immediately and enjoy fresh!
Notes
- Use brown rice, quinoa, or mixed greens as a base for variety.
- For a dairy-free version, use vegan mayo or skip the sauce entirely.
- Grill the shrimp for a smoky flavor.
- Mango salsa can be made up to 1 day ahead and kept refrigerated.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Tropical Fusion