Shrimp Avocado Bowls: Tropical Mango Salsa & Lime Chili
Experience the vibrant flavors of Shrimp and Avocado Bowls with a tropical mango salsa and zesty lime chili sauce. This dish is a delightful combination of succulent shrimp, creamy avocado, and a burst of tropical goodness.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
- Large raw shrimp (21-25 count), peeled and deveined
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Chili powder or smoked paprika
- Ripe avocados
- Ripe sweet mango (Alphonso or Ataulfo varieties recommended)
- Red onion, finely diced
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
- Jalapeño, minced (seeds removed for less heat)
- Fresh lime juice
- Chili powder (for sauce)
- Honey or agave nectar (for sauce)
- Olive oil
- Garlic, freshly minced
- Jasmine rice or brown rice (for bowl base)
- Fresh greens (optional for bowl base)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine finely diced ripe mango, finely diced red onion, minced jalapeño, and chopped fresh cilantro. Squeeze in fresh lime juice and stir gently. Set aside to allow flavors to meld.
- In a small bowl, combine fresh lime juice, chili powder, honey or agave nectar, and olive oil. Add minced garlic and whisk until well combined. Taste and adjust seasonings.
- Pat the peeled and deveined shrimp dry with a paper towel. Season generously with salt, black pepper, and a pinch of chili powder or smoked paprika. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned shrimp in a single layer and cook for about 1-2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove from heat immediately.
- If using rice, cook it according to package directions. If using greens, wash and dry them.
- Assemble the bowls by spooning cooked rice or placing fresh greens at the bottom. Arrange slices or cubes of avocado on top, followed by the cooked shrimp. Spoon the mango salsa over and around the shrimp, then drizzle with lime chili sauce. Garnish with extra fresh cilantro if desired.
- Serve immediately and enjoy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg
Keywords: Ensure avocados are perfectly ripe for the best texture and flavor. Both the mango salsa and lime chili sauce can be made a day in advance to save prep time. Adjust the heat level of the salsa by modifying the amount of jalapeño used.