BBQ Shrimp + Limey Avocado Salsa Meal Prep Bowls
BBQ Shrimp + Limey Avocado Salsa Meal Prep Bowls ???⠀⠀⠀
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This combo is so darn tasty and SATISFYING…plus, it comes together FAST! So, make it for lunch or dinner this weekend, and be sure to double the recipe, then store the extra servings – so that your next few days are much simpler! }⠀⠀⠀
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makes 4 servings ⠀⠀⠀
Ingredients:⠀⠀⠀
2 pounds large shrimp, deveined and peeled⠀⠀⠀
2 cups cherry tomatoes, cut into quarters⠀⠀⠀
1 large avocado, pitted and chopped⠀⠀⠀
4 green onions, chopped⠀⠀⠀
2 fresh limes, juiced⠀⠀⠀
1 handful fresh cilantro leaves, chopped⠀⠀⠀
1 Tbsp avocado oil, or extra virgin olive oil⠀⠀⠀
sea salt and freshly ground black pepper⠀⠀⠀
lime wedges, to garnish⠀⠀⠀
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For serving:⠀⠀⠀
2 cups cooked brown rice⠀⠀⠀
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for the BBQ spice mix:⠀⠀⠀
1 Tbsp. smoked paprika⠀⠀⠀
1 tsp ground cumin ⠀⠀⠀
1/2 tsp cayenne powder⠀⠀⠀
1/2 tsp garlic powder⠀⠀⠀
1/4 tsp sea salt, or to taste⠀⠀⠀
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Instructions:⠀⠀⠀
In a large glass mixing bowl place shrimp and BBQ seasoning ingredients and gently stir well to combine. ⠀⠀⠀
Set aside for just a few minutes.⠀⠀⠀
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In another bowl, add chopped tomatoes, avocado, onions, cilantro, lime juice, sea salt and pepper. Very gently toss to combine. ⠀⠀⠀
Set aside.⠀⠀⠀
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Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook for 1-2 minutes on each side or until they’ve turned pink and form a nice lightly charring in spots as pictured.⠀⠀⠀
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Add 1/2 cup cooked brown rice to each bowl or meal prep container.⠀⠀⠀
Then divide the cooked shrimp and avocado salsa equally, and nicely among the 4 bowls, or meal prep containers as shown.⠀⠀⠀
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Serve immediately, or refrigerate for up to 3 days. Enjoy!