Description
A vibrant and refreshing Shrimp & Mango Rice Bowl recipe that combines juicy marinated shrimp with sweet mango, creamy avocado, and vibrant veggies over fluffy jasmine rice. Perfect for a quick, healthy, and flavorful weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Rice
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 2 cups water or low-sodium chicken broth
- Pinch of salt
Shrimp Marinade
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Toppings & Vegetables
- 1 ripe mango, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 avocado, sliced
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- Extra lime juice, for drizzling (optional)
- Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Cook the Rice: In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water or chicken broth to a boil. Add the jasmine rice and a pinch of salt, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 15 minutes or until the rice is fluffy and the liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork before serving.
- Marinate the Shrimp: While the rice cooks, combine the shrimp with olive oil, lime juice, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Toss well to coat all shrimp and let them marinate for 10-15 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Cook the Shrimp: Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the marinated shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until they turn pink and opaque. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Sauté Vegetables (Optional): In the same skillet, add the diced red bell pepper and finely chopped red onion. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until they soften slightly, adding a subtle sweetness and texture to the bowls.
- Assemble the Bowls: Divide the cooked jasmine rice evenly among four serving bowls. Top each bowl with cooked shrimp, diced mango, sautéed bell pepper and onion, sliced avocado, and halved cherry tomatoes. Sprinkle fresh cilantro over the top and drizzle extra lime juice if desired.
- Serve: Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side to add a fresh zing to each bite. Enjoy a balanced and flavorful meal!
Notes
- Use low-sodium chicken broth instead of water for extra flavor in the rice.
- Marinating the shrimp enhances its flavor but don’t marinate for more than 15 minutes to avoid texture changes.
- Sautéing the bell pepper and onion is optional; you can skip or leave them raw for more crunch.
- Adjust seasoning to taste, especially lime juice and salt for freshness and balance.
- Try using brown rice for a whole grain variation, but increase cooking time accordingly.
