Blackened Shrimp Bowls are a flavorful and vibrant meal packed with spicy, seasoned shrimp served over a bed of fresh vegetables and grains. This dish combines the bold flavors of Cajun-style blackened seasoning with wholesome ingredients, making it a perfect quick and healthy dinner option. Easy to customize with your favorite veggies and grains, it’s a balanced meal full of protein and nutrients.
Ingredients:
For the Blackened Shrimp:
1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning (store-bought or homemade)
For the Bowls:
2 cups cooked rice or quinoa
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
1 avocado, sliced
1 cup shredded lettuce or baby spinach
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantra
Lime wedges, for serving
Directions:
In a bowl, toss shrimp with olive oil and Cajun seasoning until well coated.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until blackened and cooked through. Remove from heat.
Divide cooked rice or quinoa into serving bowls.
Top with shredded lettuce or spinach, cherry tomatoes, corn, avocado slices, and cooked shrimp.
Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve with lime wedges on the side.
Nutritional Information (per serving, approx., serves 4):
Calories: 400 kca
Total Fat: 18 g
Saturated Fat: 3 g
Cholesterol: 200 mg
Sodium: 600 mg
Total Carbohydrates: 35 g
Dietary Fiber: 8 g
Sugars: 5 g
Protein: 30 g