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A colorful garlic shrimp burrito bowl with various fresh ingredients

Classic Garlic Shrimp Burrito Bowl

This classic garlic shrimp burrito bowl is a flavorful and healthy meal, featuring succulent seasoned shrimp, fresh vegetables, and your choice of rice or greens, topped with a zesty salsa verde and creamy Greek yogurt.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 people
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb (450 g) Large shrimp peeled & deveined
  • 2 Tbsp Olive oil or avocado oil
  • 4 cloves Fresh garlic minced
  • 1 tsp Chili powder
  • ½ tsp Ground cumin
  • 2 Tbsp Lime juice
  • Salt & black pepper to taste
Bowl Ingredients
  • 2 cups Cauliflower rice or cooked brown rice or mixed greens
  • ½ cup Black beans rinsed & drained
  • ½ cup Corn kernels fresh or frozen
  • 1 cup Cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 medium Avocado sliced
  • ¼ cup Red onion thinly sliced
  • 2 Tbsp Fresh cilantro chopped
  • ¼ cup Cotija cheese crumbled
Toppings & Sauces
  • ½ cup Salsa verde or pico de gallo
  • ¼ cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
  • Optional toppings jalapeño slices, lime wedges, hot sauce

Equipment

  • Large pan or skillet
  • Cutting board
  • Knives
  • Mixing bowls
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Prepare your vegetables and aromatics by dicing the tomatoes, slicing the avocado, and mincing the garlic.
Cooking
  1. Season the shrimp by tossing them with chili powder, ground cumin, salt, and a splash of lime juice.

Notes

For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper with the chili powder. Adjust lime juice to your preference for a brighter flavor.