Shrimp Burrito Bowl
Simple and filling healthy burrito bowl loaded with tender shrimp bites and veggies and served with cauliflower rice for a low-carb option.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 1 lb medium shrimp deveined and peeled
- 2 tbsp olive oil divided
- 1 large lime juice and zest
- 1 tbsp old bay or cajun seasoning
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 2 tsp honey
- Kosher salt and pepper for taste
For the dressing:
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 2 tsp white wine vinegar
- 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
- Kosher salt and ground pepper to taste
For the bowls:
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cups cauliflower rice frozen and thawed
- 1-2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 lime juice and zest of
- 15 oz black beans one can, rinsed and drained
- 1-2 fresh tomatoes diced or 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
- 1 large avocado thinly sliced
- 1 cup corn canned
- 4 green onions thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro minced
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Add the cauliflower rice and garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 6-8 minutes, or until tender. Stir in the lime juice & zest, black beans, and season with salt and pepper. Set aside and wipe clean the pan with a paper towel
- In a medium bowl add the olive oil, lime, old bay or cajun seasoning, garlic, honey, salt, and pepper . Mix well to combine. Add the shrimp and toss to evenly coat. Allow it to marinate for 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a small bowl whisk all the dressing ingredients until well combined.
- Heat the same non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Add the marinated shrimp in a single layer. Cook 2-3 minutes per side, or until pink and opaque. Set aside.
- To assemble the bowls, divide the cauliflower rice and top with the shrimp, avocado slices and corn.
- Garnish with green onions and fresh cilantro. Drizzle the dressing and serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
- you may use brown rice or quinoa instead of cauliflower rice.
- instead of shrimp, you may use chicken or ground beef.
- any oil of choice will work
- use fresh ingredients for the burrito bowl
- you can use dairy-free yogurt instead of Greek yogurt
- use raw shrimp and not pre-cooked shrimp
- old bay seasoning is preferred, but cajun will also work
- honey or maple syrup
Nutrition
Serving: 1bowl | Calories: 577kcal | Carbohydrates: 58g | Protein: 44g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 288mg | Sodium: 1656mg | Potassium: 1566mg | Fiber: 19g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 1571IU | Vitamin C: 108mg | Calcium: 326mg | Iron: 7mg