Fresh Shrimp and Creamy Avocado Bowls: Zesty Mango Salsa + Sweet-Heat Lime Drizzle

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1 Why these bowls are a weeknight dinner favorite
2 Meal prep strategy: how to store so everything stays fresh
3 How to cook shrimp perfectly (fast and not rubbery)
4 Recipe: Fresh Shrimp and Creamy Avocado Bowls

Why these bowls are a weeknight dinner favorite

Fresh Shrimp and Creamy Avocado Bowls are the kind of weeknight dinner that feels restaurant-level but stays simple enough for a busy schedule. Shrimp cooks fast, the toppings are mostly chop-and-mix, and the flavor payoff is huge: smoky chili-lime shrimp, creamy avocado, and zesty mango salsa in every bite. This easy recipe also works well for different appetites at the table. For a family-style weeknight dinner, set out the components and let everyone build their own bowl—extra sauce for spice lovers, extra cucumber for crunch, extra avocado for creaminess. These bowls also fit a healthy dinner routine because they naturally include lean protein, fresh produce, and satisfying healthy fats, without needing heavy cooking or long prep.

Meal prep strategy: how to store so everything stays fresh

These bowls are meal prep-friendly if you keep wet and crunchy ingredients separate. Store cooked shrimp in one container, rice or quinoa in another, and keep the greens and cucumber dry so they don’t wilt. Mango salsa can be stored separately, and the lime chili sauce should always be added right before eating. The creamy avocado is best fresh, but you can prep it up to one day ahead with extra lime juice and tight storage.

Meal prep containers with shrimp, quinoa, veggies, mango salsa, and sauce separated
Meal prep that stays crisp and fresh

For a weeknight dinner that turns into lunch the next day, assemble bowls without sauce, then drizzle at serving. This easy recipe works especially well when you’re trying to stay consistent with healthy dinner routines because it’s fast to build, easy to portion, and still tastes bright after storage.

How to cook shrimp perfectly (fast and not rubbery)

Shrimp is one of the best proteins for a quick weeknight dinner, but timing matters. To keep shrimp tender, cook it hot and fast—usually 1–2 minutes per side—then remove it as soon as it turns pink and opaque. Overcooking is what makes shrimp rubbery.

Coating shrimp with oil and spices before it hits the skillet helps it sear quickly and pick up flavor in minutes. Lime juice adds brightness, but keep it light so the shrimp stays juicy and the spices don’t wash off. This easy recipe is also forgiving because the bowl has creamy avocado and sauce, which makes every bite taste balanced. For meal prep, shrimp holds well if you cool it quickly and store it airtight.

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Recipe: Fresh Shrimp and Creamy Avocado Bowls

  • Author: Sierra Freshfield
  • Total Time: 25 Minutes
  • Yield: 4 Servings 1x
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Description

These Fresh Shrimp and Creamy Avocado Bowls are bright, creamy, and refreshing—juicy chili-lime shrimp, silky avocado, crunchy veggies, mango salsa, and a sweet-heat lime drizzle in one easy recipe.

Ingredients

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For the shrimp

  • 1 lb raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • Juice of 1/2 lime

For the base:

  • 2 cups cooked jasmine rice, brown rice, or quinoa
  • 2 cups shredded lettuce or mixed greens
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup cucumber, diced
  • For the creamy avocado
  • 2 ripe avocados
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 2 tbsp plain Greek yogurt (optional)
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp chopped cilantro
  • For the zesty mango salsa
  • 1 ripe mango, diced
  • 1/3 cup red onion, finely diced
  • 1/2 cup diced bell pepper
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tbsp chopped cilantro
  • Pinch of salt
  • Optional: jalapeño, minced
  • For the lime chili sauce
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tbsp honey (or maple)
  • 1 tbsp sriracha or chili garlic sauce
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  • Toss shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and lime juice.
  • Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook shrimp 1–2 minutes per side until pink and just cooked through.
  • Mash avocado with lime juice, salt, cilantro, and Greek yogurt if using, until creamy.
  • Mix mango, red onion, bell pepper, lime juice, cilantro, salt, and jalapeño if using.
  • Whisk lime juice, honey, sriracha, olive oil, and salt for the lime chili sauce.
  • Assemble bowls with rice or quinoa, greens, tomatoes, and cucumber. Add shrimp, a scoop of creamy avocado, mango salsa, and drizzle with lime chili sauce.

Notes

  • For meal prep, store shrimp, base, salsa, avocado, and sauce separately and assemble right before eating.
  • For extra heat, add jalapeño to the salsa and increase sriracha.
  • For a lighter healthy dinner, reduce rice and increase greens, and use Greek yogurt in the avocado.
  • Prep Time: 15 Minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 Minutes
  • Category: Bowl
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Healthy

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 Serving
  • Calories: 620Kcal
  • Fat: 25g
  • Carbohydrates: 70g
  • Protein: 35g

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