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Shrimp Fajita Bowls

Shrimp Fajita Bowls

If you love eating bowls for lunch or dinner, try this delicios Fajita Bowl with Shrimp!

Course Healthy Dinner
Cuisine American
About Shrimp Fajita Bowls
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
16 minutes to prepare the rice 16 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 343 kcal
Author DinnerPlanner

Ingredients

Cilantro-Lime Rice Ingredients:

  • 3 cups long-grain brown rice, cooked
  • 2 large limes, juice and zest
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
  • salt and black pepper, to taste

Remaining Ingredients:

  • 1 lb. fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil + more, if needed
  • 2 medium ed bell peppers, thinly sliced
  • 1 medium yellow pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • Additional cilantro and lime wedges for serving
  • additional salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Add the cooked rice, lime juice, lime zest, ground cumin, and cilantro to a large bowl. Season with salt and black pepper, to taste, and stir to combine. Cover to keep warm and set aside.
  2. Add two tablespoons olive oil to a large skillet set over medium heat. Add the bell peppers and red onion. Season with salt and black pepper, to taste, and stir to combine. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables soften and develop a bit of color, approximately 10 minutes.
  3. Transfer the veggies to a plate and add the shrimp to the skillet. (Add a little more olive oil, if necessary). Mix salt and spices togeter and sprinkle over shrimp. Season with additional salt and black pepper, to taste, and cook just until the shrimp turns opaque, approximately 3-4 minutes. Do not overcook.
  4. To serve, divide the seasoned rice between four serving bowls and top each bowl with the cooked vegetables and shrimp. Garnish with additional cilantro and lime wedges, if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Shrimp Fajita Bowls
Amount Per Serving
Calories 343 Calories from Fat 99
% Daily Value*
Fat 11g17%
Saturated Fat 2g13%
Cholesterol 286mg95%
Sodium 1631mg71%
Potassium 444mg13%
Carbohydrates 42g14%
Fiber 6g25%
Sugar 5g6%
Protein 29g58%
Vitamin A 2155IU43%
Vitamin C 147mg178%
Calcium 213mg21%
Iron 4mg22%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.