Shrimp Avocado Mango Rice Bowl Recipe
This Shrimp Avocado Mango Rice Bowl is a tropical, flavor-packed meal that’s fresh, fast, and family-friendly. Juicy shrimp, sweet mango, and creamy avocado come together over a bed of rice with crunchy veggies and a tangy citrus dressing.Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s perfect for weeknight dinners, meal prep, or a healthy lunch you’ll actually look forward to. Customize it with your favorite toppings and enjoy a refreshing bowl full of color and nutrients!
Ingredients
For the bowl:
- 1 lb (450g) shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 cups cooked jasmine or white rice
- 1 large ripe mango peeled and diced
- 1 large avocado diced
- ½ cup red onion thinly sliced
- 1 small cucumber sliced or diced
- 1 small jalapeño thinly sliced (optional)
- ½ cup edamame cooked and shelled
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds or chopped nuts optional, for topping
For the shrimp marinade:
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Juice of 1 lime
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- ½ tsp chili flakes optional
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
For the citrus dressing (optional):
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
Marinate the Shrimp
- In a bowl, combine shrimp with olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, chili flakes, salt, and pepper. Let it marinate for 10–15 minutes while prepping other ingredients.
Cook the Rice
- If not using pre-cooked rice, cook 1 cup dry rice according to package instructions to yield about 2 cups cooked. Set aside.
Cook the Shrimp
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook for 1–2 minutes per side, or until pink and opaque. Remove from heat.
Make the Dressing
- In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, honey, mustard, and a pinch of salt. Set aside.
Assemble the Bowls
- Divide rice between 4 bowls. Top with cooked shrimp, diced mango, avocado, cucumber, red onion, edamame, and jalapeño slices.
Add Toppings and Serve
- Drizzle with citrus dressing (or sauce of choice), and sprinkle with sesame seeds or nuts for crunch. Serve immediately and enjoy!