Description
Dive into a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines succulent marinated shrimp with fluffy rice, fresh vegetables, and delightful toppings. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for any occasion, offering a burst of colors and flavors in every bite. Customize it with your favorite ingredients to create a unique culinary experience that will impress family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, deveined and peeled
- 1 cup cooked white or brown rice
- 1 medium cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1/2 cup seaweed salad (for topping)
- 2 green onions, chopped (for topping)
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds (for topping)
Instructions
- Rinse shrimp under cold water and pat dry. Place in a bowl.
- Add soy sauce and sesame oil to the shrimp, tossing gently to coat. Marinate in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes.
- Cook rice according to package instructions; set aside.
- Slice cucumber and dice avocado while rice cooks.
- In serving bowls, layer rice, marinated shrimp, cucumber slices, and avocado.
- Top with seaweed salad, green onions, and sesame seeds before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: No-cook/Marinating
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 450g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
Keywords: For a twist, substitute shrimp with chicken or tofu. Experiment with different sauces like spicy mayo or teriyaki for added flavor.