Shrimp Fajita Bowls with Cilantro-Lime Rice
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Shrimp Fajita Bowls with Cilantro Lime Rice need to be for dinner at your house tonight! These colorful bowls of goodness are full of spicy shrimp and peppers. Once you add some fresh lime juice, the flavors go over the top! If you are looking for a light and delicious dinner idea then this is one you must save!
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Shrimp Fajita Bowls
The full ingredients list and instructions are found in the printable recipe card at the end of this post. I highly recommend reading the blog post all the way through so that you don’t miss any tips or substitution suggestions; to ensure that you have all the ingredients and equipment required, and to understand the steps and timings involved.
Looking for a different way to serve fajitas? Then why not make fajita bowls!
Just as the name implies, the elements of a fajita are served in a bowl instead of being wrapped in a tortilla.
These shrimp fajita bowls are quick and easy to make—you’ll have dinner in about 30 minutes.
We’ve served the delicious spiced shrimp and veggies with cilantro-lime rice, but if you want to cut down on carbs, you could always serve cauliflower rice instead.
You can also add other sides to the bowl, such as Spicy Mango Salsa or pico de gallo, chopped avocado, or guacamole. We also have a collection of 70+ Mexican and Tex-Mex Recipes to check out.
Rice is a great ingredient to make quick meals with, like our Carolina Red Rice and Instant Pot Cuban Black Beans and Rice, or for Asian flavors, this Shrimp and Chicken Fried Rice made with leftovers.
Ingredients & Equipment Used In This Recipe
While most ingredients can be bought in grocery stores, for your convenience, any specialized or notable ingredients (and equipment) needed for this recipe have been listed below and linked to Amazon or other stores if available online. The complete list of ingredients with measurements is found in the recipe card.
- Long-Grain Brown Rice – cooked, to make the Cilantro-Lime Rice that this dish is served with.
- Fresh Produce – Limes, Cilantro (Fresh Coriander), Red, Yellow, and Orange Bell Peppers, Red Onions
- Seafood – Shrimp
- Ground Cumin
- Chili Powder – use mild or hot depending on your personal tastes and spicy heat preference!
- Garlic Powder
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More Recipes Using Shrimp
One of the hero ingredients in this dish is shrimp, so here are some more recipes using the same:
- Quick & Easy Shrimp Fried Rice Recipe
- Garlic Parmesan Shrimp with Roasted Garlic Dip – Perfect for Sharing!
- Shrimp Slaw Sandwich with Garlic Lemon Aioli
More Tex-Mex Recipes
Looking for more Tex-Mex recipe inspo? Check these recipes out next:
- Mexican Chopped Salad with Creamy Avocado Dressing
- Grilled Carne Asada
- Vegan Black Bean Lettuce Wraps
Recipe Tips
- Prepare rice according to package instructions. 1 cup uncooked rice yields approximately 3 cups cooked. Use chicken, vegetable, or other broth or stock in lieu of water for more flavor.
How Do I Make Shrimp Fajita Bowls?
Just check out the printable recipe card below with full ingredients and instructions. Any demonstration photos do not print out to save your ink.
Shrimp Fajita Bowls with Cilantro-Lime Rice
Ingredients
For the Cilantro-Lime Rice
- 3 cups long-grain brown rice cooked
- 2 large limes juice, and zest
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves fresh coriander, chopped
- Sea salt and black pepper to taste
For the Bowls
- 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil + more, if needed
- 1 medium red bell pepper thinly sliced
- 1 medium yellow pepper thinly sliced
- 1 medium orange bell pepper thinly sliced
- 1 medium red onion thinly sliced
- Sea salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 lb 450g shrimp (prawns), peeled and deveined
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- Sea salt and black pepper to taste
- Additional cilantro and lime wedges for serving
SUGGESTED PRODUCTS
Instructions
- Add the cooked rice, lime juice, lime zest, ground cumin, and cilantro to a large bowl. Season with salt and black pepper, to taste, and stir to combine. Cover to keep warm and set aside.
- Add two tablespoons of olive oil to a large skillet or frying pan set over medium heat. Add the bell peppers and red onion. Season with salt and black pepper, to taste, and stir to combine. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until the vegetables soften and develop a bit of color.
- Transfer the veggies to a plate and add the shrimp to the skillet. (Add a little more olive oil, if necessary). Sprinkle with ground cumin, chili powder, and garlic powder. Season with salt and black pepper, to taste, and cook for 3-4 minutes until the shrimp turns opaque. Do not overcook. Add the veggies back to the pan and toss to combine.
- To serve, divide the seasoned rice between four serving bowls and top each bowl with the cooked vegetables and shrimp. Garnish with additional cilantro and lime wedges, if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition
Nutritional information is always approximate and will depend on the quality of ingredients used and serving sizes. If you need exact calories and macros, please do your own calculations.
Make It A Meal!
You’ve made the main dish, but what about the rest of the courses?
Here are additional recipes to make a full meal!
- Appetizer: Black Bean Salsa Cups Appetizer
- Side Dish: Homemade Guacamole
- Beverage: Grapefruit Screwdriver Cocktail
- Dessert: Rich & Chocolatey Decadent Chocolate Layer Cake For Any Occasion
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