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Easy shrimp burrito bowl with seasoned shrimp, black beans, corn, avocado, tomatoes, romaine lettuce and fresh cilantro.

Easy Shrimp Burrito Bowl with Black Beans and Corn

This easy shrimp burrito bowl with black beans and corn is packed with juicy seasoned shrimp, crisp romaine, creamy avocado, sweet corn, fresh tomatoes and cilantro. Ready in about 30 minutes, it makes a fresh, filling Mexican-inspired dinner that is perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 23 minutes
Course Dinner, lunch, Main Course, Salad
Cuisine Mexican-Inspired
Servings 4 servings
Calories 359 kcal

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Small bowl
  • Whisk or fork
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp kitchen knife
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Tongs or spatula
  • Serving bowls

Ingredients
  

For the Seasoned Shrimp

  • 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Juice of 1/2 lime

For the Burrito Bowls

  • 5 to 6 cups romaine lettuce chopped
  • 1 15 oz black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 1/2 cups corn kernels fresh, frozen or canned
  • 2 medium tomatoes diced
  • 1 avocado diced
  • 1/3 cup fresh cilantro roughly chopped
  • Lime wedges for serving

For the Easy Lime Dressing

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Pinch of salt
  • Black pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Season the shrimp. Pat the shrimp dry with paper towel. Add them to a bowl with the olive oil, chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt and black pepper. Toss until evenly coated.
  • Cook the shrimp. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned shrimp in a single layer and cook for about 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until pink, opaque and lightly browned. Shrimp cook quickly, so keep an eye on them. Squeeze the lime juice over top, then transfer them to a plate.
  • Warm the corn. Add the corn to the same skillet and cook for 2 to 3 minutes. Stir occasionally until it is hot and gets a little colour around the edges. It also picks up some of the seasoning left in the pan, which adds extra flavour.
  • Make the lime dressing. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, honey, cumin, garlic powder, salt and black pepper until combined.
  • Build the shrimp burrito bowls. Divide the chopped romaine between four bowls. Arrange the black beans, warm corn, diced tomatoes and avocado over the lettuce.
  • Add the shrimp. Place the warm seasoned shrimp over each bowl and sprinkle with fresh cilantro.
  • Finish and serve. Drizzle the lime dressing over the shrimp burrito bowls and serve immediately with extra lime wedges on the side.
    • For the best easy shrimp burrito bowl, cook the shrimp quickly over medium-high heat and remove them as soon as they turn pink and opaque. This keeps the shrimp juicy and tender, while the crisp romaine, black beans, corn and avocado stay fresh and full of texture.

Notes

  • Pat the shrimp dry before seasoning so they sear nicely and do not steam in the skillet.
  • Cook the shrimp just until pink and opaque. Overcooking can make them rubbery.
  • Rinse and drain the black beans well so the shrimp burrito bowl stays fresh and not watery.
  • Lightly browning the corn in the same skillet adds extra flavour and works well with the seasoned shrimp.
  • Add the avocado just before serving so it stays creamy and green.
  • Keep the romaine cold and crisp for the best texture in this easy shrimp burrito bowl.
  • Add the lime dressing a little at a time so it does not overpower the shrimp, black beans and corn.
  • For a heartier shrimp burrito bowl dinner, add cooked rice or cilantro-lime rice.
  • Extra toppings like salsa, shredded cheese, jalapeños or tortilla strips can easily be added.
  • This Mexican-inspired shrimp bowl is best served right after assembling while the shrimp are warm and the vegetables are fresh.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 359kcalCarbohydrates: 21gProtein: 19gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 16gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 143mgSodium: 1080mgPotassium: 786mgFiber: 7gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 6303IUVitamin C: 17mgCalcium: 104mgIron: 2mg
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