Description
A vibrant and flavorful Grilled Shrimp Bowl, combining fresh shrimp with colorful vegetables and a zesty marinade for a quick and delicious meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, deveined and shelled
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- ¼ cup cilantro, chopped, for garnish
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (bell peppers, cucumbers, corn)
- 1 cup grain base (white or brown rice, quinoa, or couscous)
Instructions
- Marinate the shrimp by combining olive oil, minced garlic, lime juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Coat the shrimp and let marinate for 15-20 minutes.
- Cook your choice of grain according to package instructions.
- Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque.
- Prepare the vegetables by slicing them into bite-sized pieces while the shrimp are grilling.
- Assemble the bowl with cooked grain, grilled shrimp, and fresh veggies. Garnish with cilantro and lime juice.
- Enjoy! Serve immediately for the best flavor.
Notes
Quality shrimp enhances the flavor. Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 160mg