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Spicy Garlic Lime Shrimp Taco Bowls

Fresh and flavorful shrimp taco bowls loaded with spicy garlic lime shrimp, cilantro rice, beans, corn, and avocado.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: Mexican, Tex-Mex
Calories: 540
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Garlic Lime Shrimp
  • 1.5 lbs large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 limes juiced
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 0.5 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
Cilantro Lime Rice
  • 2 cups white rice cooked
  • 2 tbsp cilantro chopped
  • 1 lime juiced
  • 1 tbsp butter
Bowl Toppings
  • 1 cup black beans
  • 1 cup corn kernels
  • 1 avocado sliced
  • 1 cup pico de gallo
  • 0.5 cup shredded lettuce
  • 0.25 cup jalapeños sliced

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Mixing bowls
  • Cooking spoon
  • Knife and cutting board

Method
 

  1. Marinate shrimp with oil, garlic, lime juice, and spices.
  2. Cook shrimp in a hot skillet until pink and slightly charred.
  3. Mix cooked rice with lime juice, butter, and cilantro.
  4. Assemble bowls with rice, shrimp, beans, corn, avocado, and toppings.
  5. Garnish with cilantro and lime wedges before serving.

Notes

Fresh lime juice and properly cooked shrimp create the best flavor and texture.