Description

Experience a burst of vibrant flavors with this Healthy Chipotle Lime Shrimp Bowl. Featuring perfectly marinated shrimp in zesty lime and smoky chipotle, served over fluffy quinoa and colorful veggies, this dish is both nourishing and satisfying. Ideal for busy weeknights or impressing guests, it’s quick to prepare and customizable to fit various dietary needs.

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb shrimp (peeled and deveined)
1 cup quinoa
1 red bell pepper (diced)
1 green bell pepper (diced)
1 zucchini (sliced)
2 tbsp lime juice (freshly squeezed)
2 tsp chipotle powder
2 tbsp olive oil
Fresh cilantro (for garnish)

Instructions

Rinse quinoa under cold water. In a saucepan, combine quinoa with 2 cups water or vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then simmer covered for 15 minutes until liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork.
In a bowl, mix lime juice, chipotle powder, salt, and pepper. Add shrimp and let marinate while preparing veggies.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté bell peppers and zucchini for about 5 minutes until slightly crisp.
Push veggies aside; add marinated shrimp to the pan in a single layer. Cook for about 3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
Combine shrimp and veggies in the skillet; mix well for another minute.
Serve quinoa in bowls topped with the shrimp mixture and garnish with cilantro.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Sautéing
Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
Calories: 400
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 500mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 46g
Fiber: 6g
Protein: 28g
Cholesterol: 200mg

Keywords: Marinate shrimp for at least 30 minutes for maximum flavor. Substitute shrimp with chicken or tofu for different protein options. Add avocado or black beans for extra creaminess or protein.