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Shrimp Fajita Bowls

A flavorful and easy-to-make shrimp fajita bowl, served over rice with colorful peppers, onions, and fresh toppings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 unit lime Juice of 1 lime
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 pound large peeled shrimp deveined, tail-off
  • 2 medium red bell peppers sliced
  • 1 large red onion sliced
  • 3 cups cooked brown rice
  • 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 lime juice juice of 1/2 lime
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 0.33 cup chopped white onion
  • 0.25 cup chopped cilantro
  • 0.25 cup chopped avocado thinly sliced

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  2. Whisk together olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, oregano, paprika, salt, garlic powder, and onion powder in a large bowl.
  3. Add shrimp to the bowl and toss to coat evenly. Marinate while preparing vegetables.
  4. Combine sliced peppers and onions in a large bowl and toss with a tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  5. Transfer vegetables to a sheet pan and roast for 20 minutes, tossing halfway through.
  6. Meanwhile, cook brown rice according to package instructions and prepare fresh salsa by combining tomatoes, onion, cilantro, salt, and lime juice.
  7. Remove vegetables from oven. Place marinated shrimp evenly among veggies and return to oven to roast for 8 more minutes.
  8. Assemble bowls by placing 3/4 cup rice in each bowl, then dividing shrimp, vegetables, salsa, and sliced avocado among them. Serve immediately.

Notes

A quick, healthy, and flavorful meal that is perfect for weeknights. Customize with your favorite toppings.