Description
A vibrant and fresh dish combining succulent shrimp with a zesty pineapple salsa and fluffy rice for a balanced and flavorful meal. Perfect for a quick dinner or meal prep.
Ingredients
1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon cumin
Salt and pepper to taste
1 cup cooked white or brown rice
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
1 cup pineapple, diced
1/2 red bell pepper, diced
1/4 red onion, finely diced
1 jalapeño, minced (optional for spice)
1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
1 tablespoon lime juice
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season the shrimp with garlic powder, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side until they are pink and fully cooked through. Remove from heat and set aside.
- In a small bowl, combine the diced pineapple, red bell pepper, red onion, jalapeño (if using), cilantro, lime juice, salt, and pepper to make the salsa. Stir everything together until well mixed.
- To assemble the bowl, scoop a portion of cooked rice into each serving bowl. Top with the cooked shrimp, and then spoon the pineapple salsa over the shrimp.
- Garnish with additional fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice before serving.
Notes
For a spicier version, add more jalapeño to the salsa or drizzle with hot sauce.
Use brown rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice for a low-carb alternative.
Swap shrimp for grilled chicken or tofu as desired.
Add mango or papaya to the salsa for extra sweetness.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Salsa is best enjoyed fresh but can be stored for up to a day.
The shrimp and rice can be reheated in the microwave or a skillet over medium heat for a few minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
