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Best Shrimp Fajita Burrito Bowls with Cilantro Lime Rice

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Enjoy vibrant flavors with these Shrimp Fajita Burrito Bowls featuring zesty cilantro lime rice. This quick and satisfying meal is perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep.

Ingredients

  • Raw, peeled, and deveined shrimp (medium to large, around 26-30 count per pound)
  • Fajita seasoning (store-bought or homemade with chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, dried oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, salt, and black pepper)
  • Red bell pepper
  • Yellow bell pepper
  • Orange bell pepper
  • Large yellow or red onion (thinly sliced)
  • Long-grain white rice (like basmati or jasmine)
  • Fresh cilantro (finely chopped)
  • Fresh lime juice
  • Lime zest
  • Olive oil or avocado oil
  • Sliced avocado (optional)
  • Fresh guacamole (optional)
  • Chunky salsa (optional)
  • Sour cream or plain Greek yogurt (optional)
  • Canned black beans (rinsed and drained, optional)
  • Corn (fresh, frozen, or canned, optional)
  • Shredded Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook your long-grain white rice according to package directions, typically using a 1:2 ratio of rice to water with a pinch of salt until all water is absorbed and rice is tender.
  2. Let the rice sit covered for about 5 minutes off the heat, then fluff it gently with a fork.
  3. While the rice is cooking, ensure your shrimp is fully thawed and pat it dry with paper towels.
  4. In a medium bowl, toss the dried shrimp with about a tablespoon of olive oil and 1-2 tablespoons of fajita seasoning until well coated.
  5. Thinly slice the bell peppers and onion, aiming for consistent sizes for even cooking.
  6. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add a tablespoon of olive oil.
  7. Add the seasoned shrimp in a single layer and cook for about 1-2 minutes per side until they turn pink and opaque. Remove the cooked shrimp from the pan and set aside.
  8. Add another splash of olive oil to the skillet if needed, then add the sliced bell peppers and onion. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until tender-crisp and slightly charred.
  9. Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet with the vegetables and toss everything together for about a minute to combine flavors and heat through.
  10. Spoon a generous amount of cilantro lime rice into individual serving bowls.
  11. Top the rice with a hearty portion of the sizzling shrimp fajita mixture.
  12. Load up each bowl with your favorite toppings such as sliced avocado, salsa, sour cream or Greek yogurt, black beans, corn, and shredded cheese.

Nutrition

Keywords: Don't overcook the shrimp; it cooks quickly and should be removed as soon as it turns pink and opaque. Consider marinating the shrimp for extra flavor, and feel free to customize your toppings to suit your taste.

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