Garlic Lime Shrimp Bowl with Avocado and Veggies
This Garlic Lime Shrimp Bowl is a vibrant, protein-packed meal featuring juicy shrimp, fluffy white rice, crispy veggies, and creamy avocado. A healthy, refreshing dinner idea for any day of the week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 1–2 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sauté + Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Fusion
Ingredients
10–12 large shrimp, peeled & deveined
1/2 tbsp olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
Juice of 1/2 lime
1 cup cooked white rice
1/2 avocado, sliced
1 cup mixed stir-fry vegetables (broccoli, carrots, snap peas, red bell pepper)
Salt, pepper, and chili flakes to taste
Lime wedge for serving
Instructions
1. Cook white rice according to package instructions and keep warm.
2. Sauté vegetables in olive oil for 4–5 minutes until crisp-tender. Set aside.
3. In the same skillet, sauté garlic in olive oil for 30 seconds.
4. Add shrimp, season with salt, pepper, and chili flakes. Cook until pink.
5. Squeeze lime juice over cooked shrimp and stir to coat.
6. Assemble bowl with rice, veggies, shrimp, and avocado slices.
7. Garnish with chili flakes and a lime wedge.
Notes
Use freshly squeezed lime juice for the best flavor.
Avoid overcooking shrimp—they become rubbery quickly.
Add a drizzle of sriracha or tahini sauce for a spicy or creamy finish.
Store components separately if prepping ahead.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 180mg