Description
The Shrimp Avocado Bowl with Mango Salsa is a vibrant, fresh, and easy-to-make meal featuring succulent shrimp, creamy avocado, and a zesty mango salsa. Perfect for a quick lunch or healthy dinner, this bowl balances protein, healthy fats, and fiber with bright tropical flavors and customizable ingredients to suit any season or dietary preference.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp and Seasoning
- 12 oz medium-sized fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Mango Salsa
- 1 cup fresh mango, diced finely
- 2 tbsp red onion, finely chopped
- 1 small jalapeño, finely chopped (adjust to taste)
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- Pinch of salt
Avocado
- 1 ripe avocado, sliced or chunked
- 1 tsp fresh lime juice (to prevent browning)
Base Options (optional)
- Quinoa, cooked (about 1 cup)
- Rice, cooked (about 1 cup)
- Mixed greens (about 2 cups)
Instructions
- Prepare the Mango Salsa: Dice the mango and finely chop the red onion, jalapeño, and cilantro. Combine all in a bowl, squeeze fresh lime juice over the mixture, season with a pinch of salt, and toss gently to combine. Set aside to allow the flavors to meld.
- Cook the Shrimp: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season the shrimp with salt and pepper. Sauté the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until pink and opaque. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Prepare the Avocado: Slice the avocado into chunks or thin slices, according to your preference. Sprinkle with lime juice to prevent browning and enhance flavor.
- Assemble the Bowl: Choose your base such as quinoa, rice, or mixed greens and layer it in your bowl. Add the cooked shrimp on top, followed by the avocado slices, then a generous scoop of mango salsa. Finish with an extra squeeze of lime juice or a sprinkle of fresh cilantro if desired.
Notes
- Use fresh or properly thawed shrimp for best flavor and quick cooking.
- Do not overcook shrimp; cook just until pink to maintain tenderness.
- Choose ripe but firm avocados to keep texture intact.
- Make the mango salsa a few hours ahead for deeper flavor, but add avocado just before serving.
- Adjust the jalapeño amount gradually to suit your preferred spice level.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 180 mg
Keywords: shrimp bowl, avocado bowl, mango salsa, healthy lunch, quick dinner, gluten free, seafood recipe, tropical flavors
