Garlic Shrimp Bowl Dinner (Printable)

Flavorful garlicky shrimp over rice with fresh vegetables, avocado, and herbs for a satisfying meal.

# What You Need:

→ Shrimp & Marinade

01 - 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
02 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
03 - 2 tbsp olive oil
04 - 1 tbsp lemon juice
05 - 1/2 tsp paprika
06 - 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
07 - Salt and black pepper, to taste

→ Grain Base

08 - 2 cups cooked white or brown rice

→ Fresh Vegetables & Garnishes

09 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
10 - 1 avocado, sliced
11 - 1 cup cucumber, sliced
12 - 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
13 - 2 tbsp fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
14 - 1 lime, cut into wedges

# Steps:

01 - In a medium bowl, combine shrimp with minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, paprika, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat thoroughly. Let marinate for 10 minutes at room temperature.
02 - Cook rice according to package instructions if not already prepared. Fluff with a fork and keep warm until assembly.
03 - Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated shrimp in a single layer. Cook for 2–3 minutes per side until shrimp turn pink and opaque throughout. Remove from heat immediately.
04 - Divide cooked rice evenly among 4 bowls. Arrange sautéed shrimp on top. Add cherry tomatoes, avocado slices, cucumber, and red onion around the shrimp.
05 - Sprinkle chopped cilantro or parsley over each bowl. Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the top.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • The shrimp cook in minutes but taste like they came from a restaurant kitchen
  • You can prep everything ahead and assemble when hunger strikes
  • The fresh vegetables make every bite feel bright and healthy
02 -
  • Overcooked shrimp turn rubbery fast, so pull them the moment they turn pink
  • Let the shrimp marinate while you chop vegetables to maximize your time
  • Room temperature shrimp cook more evenly than cold ones straight from the fridge
03 -
  • Pat shrimp completely dry before marinating for better sear marks
  • Warm your bowls slightly before serving if you want hot rice throughout
  • Double the garlic if youre feeding fellow garlic lovers

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