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Shrimp-Taco-Bowls-Healthy-Easy-Ready-in-30-Minutes-Recipe

Shrimp Taco Bowls (Healthy, Easy & Ready in 30 Minutes)

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  • Author: Peter
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Dishes
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Description

Enjoy Shrimp Taco Bowls bursting with flavor and freshness! This easy recipe features succulent shrimp, zesty lime, and vibrant veggies, making it a quick and healthy dinner option.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb large shrimp peeled + deveined
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • salt to taste
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 4 cups cauliflower rice frozen or fresh
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • salt to taste
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons cilantro chopped
  • 1/2 red onion thin sliced
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • pinch salt
  • 1/2 cup mayo paleo/whole30 friendly if needed
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon honey optional
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 1/4 cup cilantro
  • salt to taste
  • 1 avocado cubed
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 2 cups shredded lettuce or cabbage
  • 1/3 cup chopped cashews or pepitas

Instructions

  1. To begin, pickle the onions by mixing all ingredients and setting aside.
  2. Toast the seeds or nuts by heating a skillet over medium heat and toasting the pepitas or cashews for 3–4 minutes until golden.
  3. Cook the cauliflower rice: sauté garlic in olive oil, then add cauliflower rice and salt, cooking for 5–6 minutes. Finish with lime and cilantro, or heat frozen cauliflower rice in the microwave according to package directions.
  4. Toss the shrimp in spices and oil, then cook in a hot skillet for 2–3 minutes per side until opaque.
  5. Blend all sauce ingredients until smooth using an immersion blender or whisk.
  6. Assemble the bowls by layering cauliflower rice, lettuce or cabbage, shrimp, tomatoes, avocado, onions, and pepitas or cashews, drizzling sauce on top as desired. Enjoy!

Notes

Use fresh or frozen cauliflower rice based on your preference.
For added crunch, consider using roasted nuts instead of raw.
Feel free to adjust the level of spices according to your taste.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 456
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 1230mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 20g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 9g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 190mg