Description
A vibrant shrimp and rice bowl topped with fresh pineapple salsa, delivering a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and zesty flavors in every bite.
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1 jalapeño pepper, chopped (optional)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
- Lime wedges for garnish
Instructions
1. Cook the white or brown rice according to package instructions, fluff with a fork, and set aside
2. In a large bowl, combine shrimp, olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper, then toss to coat evenly
3. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and sauté the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque, then remove from heat
4. In a separate bowl, mix pineapple, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, and lime juice, then season with salt to taste
5. Divide the cooked rice evenly among serving bowls
6. Top each bowl with cooked shrimp and a generous portion of pineapple salsa
7. Garnish with lime wedges, serve warm, and enjoy
Notes
Use freshly cooked rice for best texture and flavor
Adjust jalapeño كمية for desired spice level
Swap white rice for brown rice or quinoa for a healthier option
Serve immediately for the freshest taste
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 500 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 55 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 180 mg