Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of our Zesty Shrimp Bowl with Brown Rice and Pineapple Corn Salsa. This delightful dish combines perfectly seared shrimp seasoned with smoky paprika, served over fluffy brown rice, and topped with a refreshing salsa made from sweet pineapple and crisp corn. Ready in just 20 minutes, this bowl is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a sunny weekend lunch. The combination of protein-rich shrimp and fiber-packed brown rice makes it not only satisfying but also nutritious. Customize it with your favorite toppings to create a meal that’s uniquely yours!
Ingredients
Scale
- 810 medium shrimp, peeled & deveined
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt & black pepper to taste
- 1 cup corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1 cup diced pineapple
- 1 cup diced tomato
- 2 tbsp diced red onion (optional)
- 1 tbsp chopped cilantro
- Juice of lime
- Salt to taste
- 1 cup cooked brown rice
- Extra cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, toss shrimp with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and add shrimp; cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink.
- In another bowl, combine corn, pineapple, tomato, red onion (if using), cilantro, lime juice, and salt for the salsa.
- Assemble by placing cooked brown rice in bowls, topping with shrimp and salsa.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (350g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 215mg
Keywords: For added crunch, include diced bell peppers or avocado slices. Substitute shrimp with chicken or tofu for variety.