Zesty Shrimp & Avocado Rice Bowls with Cilantro Lime Sauce

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Zesty Shrimp & Avocado Rice Bowls with Cilantro Lime Sauce – Ready in 20 minutes, a burst of fresh flavor!

Ingredients:

1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 teaspoon chili powder

1/2 teaspoon cumin

1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Salt and pepper to taste

2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)

1 ripe avocado, diced

1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced

1/4 cup chopped cilantro

For the Cilantro Lime Sauce:

 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt

 1/4 cup chopped cilantro

 2 tablespoons lime juice

 1 tablespoon water

 1/4 teaspoon salt

 Pinch of black pepper

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the shrimp: In a medium bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  2. Cook the shrimp: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until pink and cooked through. Remove from heat and set aside.
  3. Make the cilantro lime sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the sour cream (or yogurt), cilantro, lime juice, water, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  4. Assemble the bowls: Divide the cooked rice among four bowls. Top with the cooked shrimp, diced avocado, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced red onion, and chopped cilantro.
  5. Drizzle with sauce: Drizzle each bowl generously with the cilantro lime sauce.
  6. Serve immediately: Enjoy your zesty and refreshing shrimp and avocado rice bowls!

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