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Shrimp Avocado Bowls: A Delicious and Healthy Recipe for Any Meal

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Enjoy a light and nutritious meal with these Shrimp Avocado Bowls, featuring tender shrimp, creamy avocado, and a colorful mix of quinoa and fresh vegetables. This customizable dish is perfect for lunch or dinner, bursting with flavor and freshness!

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 ripe avocados, halved and pitted
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa (or brown rice)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 small red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 cup corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
  • Optional: hot sauce, for serving

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Shrimp: Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat dry. In a medium bowl, combine shrimp with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat and let marinate for 15-20 minutes.
  2. Cook the Shrimp: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes on one side until pink and opaque. Flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  3. Prepare the Quinoa: If not already cooked, rinse 1/2 cup of quinoa under cold water. Combine with 1 cup of water in a saucepan, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes until water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and let cool slightly.
  4. Prepare the Vegetables: While quinoa cooks, chop the cherry tomatoes, red onion, and corn. In a large mixing bowl, combine tomatoes, onion, and corn. Squeeze lime juice over the mixture, add salt and pepper, and toss to combine.
  5. Assemble the Bowls: In each bowl, place a scoop of quinoa as the base. Scoop out avocado flesh, slice, and arrange on top of quinoa. Add a portion of shrimp, then spoon the tomato-corn mixture over everything. Garnish with fresh cilantro and drizzle with hot sauce if desired.
  6. Serve: Serve immediately while fresh. These bowls are great for meal prep and can be stored separately in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Notes

  • Feel free to customize the bowls with additional toppings like crumbled feta cheese, sliced jalapeños, or Greek yogurt for added creaminess.
  • For a vegetarian option, substitute shrimp with grilled tofu or chickpeas.

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