Zesty Shrimp Bowl with Brown Rice & Pineapple Corn Salsa
Experience a burst of tropical flavor with the Zesty Shrimp Bowl with Brown Rice & Pineapple Corn Salsa. This vibrant dish features perfectly seasoned shrimp, fluffy brown rice, and a refreshing salsa that combines sweet pineapple, crunchy corn, and zesty lime. Quick to prepare in just 20 minutes, it’s an ideal meal for busy weeknights or meal prepping for the week ahead. Packed with protein and fiber, this bowl not only satisfies your hunger but also delights your taste buds with its colorful ingredients and bold flavors. Customize it by adding your favorite vegetables or proteins for a personal touch. Enjoy a healthy and delicious dining experience that feels like a mini vacation on your plate!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
Scale
- 810 medium shrimp, peeled & deveined
- 1 cup cooked brown rice
- 1 cup corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1 cup diced pineapple
- 1 cup diced tomato
- Juice of lime
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt & black pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp diced red onion (optional)
- 1 tbsp chopped cilantro
- Extra cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Toss shrimp in olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and sear shrimp for 2–3 minutes per side until pink.
- In a mixing bowl, combine corn, pineapple, tomato, lime juice, and seasonings to make salsa.
- Serve cooked brown rice as the base in bowls topped with shrimp and salsa.
- Garnish with cilantro before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 66g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 200mg