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Shrimp Taco Rice Bowl Meal Prep Recipe

Shrimp Taco Rice Bowl Meal Prep Recipe
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This Shrimp Taco Rice Bowl Meal Prep is a flavorful, low-calorie, and high-protein dish perfect for easy, healthy lunches or dinners. Packed with seasoned shrimp, black beans, corn, avocado, and fresh veggies over a base of cooked rice, it’s ideal for meal prepping and enjoying nutritious meals throughout the week.

Ingredients

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For the Shrimp:

  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/4 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • Juice of 1 lime

For the Rice Bowl Base:

  • 2 cups cooked rice

Toppings:

  • 1/2 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 cup cooked corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • 1 cup shredded purple cabbage
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onions
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • Fresh lime wedges

Instructions

  1. Season the Shrimp: In a bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, smoked paprika, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and lime juice until evenly coated to infuse the shrimp with vibrant taco flavors.
  2. Cook the Shrimp: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque. Remove from heat and set aside.
  3. Warm the Beans and Corn: Heat the black beans and corn in a skillet or microwave until warmed through, which enhances their flavor and texture for the bowl.
  4. Assemble the Bowls: Divide the cooked rice evenly among four bowls. Top each with shrimp, warm black beans, corn, shredded cabbage, cherry tomatoes, avocado slices, red onions, and chopped cilantro for a colorful and nutritious meal.
  5. Add Lime and Serve: Garnish each bowl with fresh lime wedges. Serve immediately to enjoy the freshness or pack into meal prep containers for convenient meals throughout the week.

Notes

  • Use any variety of rice you prefer, such as brown rice or cauliflower rice, to suit dietary needs.
  • For a spicier version, add more chili powder or a dash of cayenne pepper.
  • Shrimp can be substituted with grilled chicken or tofu for a different protein option.
  • This meal prep keeps well in the fridge for up to 4 days; store lime wedges separately to maintain freshness.
  • To save time, cook rice and prep vegetables in advance.

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Keywords: shrimp taco bowl, meal prep, healthy meal, rice bowl, Mexican-inspired, high protein, low calorie

Find it online: https://kitchenwithkai.com/shrimp-taco-rice-bowl-meal-prep-recipe/