Description
Looking for a quick dinner idea that’s bursting with bold flavor and clean ingredients? This Chili Lime Shrimp Tacos Bowl combines juicy, chili-spiced shrimp with fluffy rice, crisp cabbage, sweet corn, and creamy avocado. It’s the ultimate easy recipe that doubles as a healthy snack, light lunch, or full dinner idea. Packed with lean protein, fiber, and healthy fats, it’s perfect for meal prep or a colorful family dinner. Whether you’re exploring new food ideas or need a fast, satisfying dish, this bowl has you covered.
Ingredients
1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 lime, zest and juice
1 teaspoon chili powder
0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
Salt and black pepper, to taste
2 cups cooked white rice
1 cup corn kernels
1 cup shredded purple cabbage
0.5 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 avocado, sliced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons sour cream or Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon hot sauce or chipotle mayo (optional)
1 green onion, finely chopped
Sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
1. In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, lime zest, lime juice, chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, cayenne, salt, and black pepper. Toss shrimp in the marinade and let sit for 10–15 minutes.
2. Cook white rice according to package instructions and set aside. Add a splash of lime juice to the rice if desired.
3. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated shrimp in a single layer. Cook 2–3 minutes per side until opaque and lightly charred.
4. Prep toppings: slice avocado, shred cabbage, halve tomatoes, drain corn, chop cilantro and green onions.
5. In serving bowls, add rice base. Arrange shrimp, corn, cabbage, tomatoes, and avocado on top.
6. Drizzle with sour cream or Greek yogurt and optional hot sauce.
7. Garnish with cilantro, green onions, and sesame seeds. Serve immediately.
8. Store leftovers in separate containers for up to 3 days. Add avocado and sauces just before serving.
Notes
Pat shrimp dry before marinating to help them sear instead of steam.
Always marinate shrimp for only 10–15 minutes to avoid rubbery texture.
Add lime zest to the marinade for a citrus-forward punch of flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 190mg
Keywords: chili lime shrimp bowl, healthy taco bowl, easy dinner, shrimp recipe, quick lunch