Zesty Shrimp Bowl with Brown Rice & Pineapple Corn Salsa
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of the Zesty Shrimp Bowl with Brown Rice & Pineapple Corn Salsa! This delightful dish brings a taste of the tropics right to your table, featuring juicy shrimp paired with fluffy brown rice and a refreshing pineapple corn salsa. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep, this protein-packed bowl is not only quick to prepare but also customizable to suit your palate. Whether you’re serving it as a main dish or as part of a larger spread, it’s sure to impress with its colorful presentation and tantalizing taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
Scale
- 810 medium shrimp, peeled & deveined
- 1 cup cooked brown rice
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1 cup corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1 cup diced pineapple
- 1 cup diced tomato
- Juice of lime
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, toss shrimp with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Sear for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and slightly charred.
- In a mixing bowl, combine corn, pineapple, tomato, lime juice, cilantro (if using), and salt. Toss well and set aside.
- To serve, place cooked brown rice in a bowl or on a plate. Top with seared shrimp and pineapple corn salsa. Garnish with extra cilantro and squeeze fresh lime juice over the top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 440
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 260mg