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A vibrant bowl filled with plump, pink shrimp arranged atop sliced creamy avocado and bright mango salsa, garnished with fresh cilantro and lime wedges, all presented on a white plate against a colorful tropical backdrop.

Zesty Shrimp & Avocado Bowls with Mango Salsa: A Tropical Delight!

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Enjoy a vibrant and healthy tropical-inspired meal with Zesty Shrimp & Avocado Bowls topped with fresh mango salsa. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or impressing guests with a colorful presentation, this dish combines succulent shrimp, creamy avocado, and sweet, tangy mango salsa for a flavor-packed experience.

  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 ripe avocados, sliced or cubed
  • 1 cup fresh mango, diced
  • 1 small red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Cooked rice or quinoa, for serving

Instructions

  1. Dice the fresh mango into small cubes, finely chop the red onion, and mince the jalapeño.
  2. In a bowl, combine the mango, red onion, jalapeño, and lime juice. Season with salt and pepper, then toss to meld the flavors. Set aside.
  3. Season the shrimp with chili powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
  5. Prepare the base in bowls with cooked rice or quinoa.
  6. Top the rice with sliced avocado and cooked shrimp.
  7. Spoon the mango salsa generously over the bowls and garnish with chopped cilantro.

Notes

  • Use fresh, ripe mango for the best flavor.
  • Cooked shrimp can be prepared ahead and stored separately.
  • Assemble bowls just before serving to prevent avocado from browning.
  • You can substitute cauliflower rice for a low-carb option.
  • Author: Serena Miller
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Sautéing, Assembly
  • Cuisine: Tropical
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 350 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 12 g
  • Sodium: 420 mg
  • Fat: 18 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 40 g
  • Fiber: 8 g
  • Protein: 22 g
  • Cholesterol: 145 mg