Shrimp Fajita Bowls with Cilantro-Lime Rice
Shrimp fajita bowls with cilantro-lime rice is a delicious and flavorful meal that combines sautéed shrimp with colorful fajita vegetables like bell peppers and onions. The cilantro-lime rice adds a refreshing and zesty element to the dish. It's a Mexican-inspired dish that is easy to customize with your favorite toppings like avocado, salsa, or sour cream.
Ingredients
- 3 cups long-grain brown rice cooked
- 2 large limes preferably organic - juice and zest
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- ¼ cup cilantro leaves, fresh, chopped
- Sea salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Remaining Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil + more, if needed
- 1 medium red bell pepper thinly sliced
- 1 medium yellow bell pepper thinly sliced
- 1 medoum orange bell pepper thinly sliced
- 1 medium red onion thinly sliced
- Sea salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 1 lbs. shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- ½ tablespoon garlic powder
- Sea salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- Additional cilantro and lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Add the cooked rice, lime juice, lime zest, ground cumin, and cilantro to a large bowl. Season with salt and black pepper, to taste, and stir to combine. Cover to keep warm and set aside.
- Add two tablespoons olive oil to a large skillet set over medium heat. Add the bell peppers and red onion. Season with salt and black pepper, to taste, and stir to combine. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables soften and develop a bit of color, approximately 10 minutes.
- Transfer the veggies to a plate and add the shrimp to the skillet. (Add a little more olive oil, if necessary). Sprinkle with ground cumin, chili powder, and garlic powder. Season with salt and black pepper, to taste, and cook just until the shrimp turns opaque, approximately 3-4 minutes. Do not overcook.
- To serve, divide the seasoned rice between four serving bowls and top each bowl with the cooked vegetables and shrimp. Garnish with additional cilantro and lime wedges, if desired. Enjoy!
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Notes
Prepare rice according to package instructions. 1 cup uncooked rice yields approximately 3 cups cooked. Use chicken, vegetable, or other broth or stock in lieu of water for more flavor.
Nutrition
Calories: 231kcal (12%)Carbohydrates: 35g (12%)Protein: 4g (8%)Fat: 9g (14%)Saturated Fat: 1g (6%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 18mg (1%)Potassium: 103mg (3%)Fiber: 3g (13%)Sugar: 1g (1%)Vitamin A: 245IU (5%)Vitamin C: 2mg (2%)Calcium: 27mg (3%)Iron: 1mg (6%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
