Welcome to yumy24. Welcome to Julia — Official Site, Your #1 Food Blog! So today we are grabbing our own strainers and are going to sift through the world of healthy bowls with this lovely vibrant dish: The Caribbean Shrimp Bowl. This tropical-inspired platter is a beautiful amalgamation of fresh flavors, robust spices, proteins, and veggies with just the right amount of grains. It is great to taste and the healthiest dish for those who want to stay in a diet.
How About Caribbean Shrimp Bowl?
Caribbean Shrimp Bowl — Welcome to the tropics, this bowl picks up the carribean foodaffair for your pallet. High protein, colorful veggies and whole grains make this is a perfect fit for the Healthy Bowls category. Seasoned with tropical spices, shrimp-based wurk tastes light and well-balanced—fans of everything seafood will definitely approve too, along with the health nuts out there.
You are reading this maybe because you want to add some energy into your days, get proper nutrition or simply enjoy a delicious meal without losing flavor, well : Hello Shrimp Bowl!
Nutrient-Dense Ingredients
Bite after bite of this Caribbean Shrimp Bowl is filled with deliciousness that not only tastes great but also feeds your body the proper nutrition it needs. Today I am sharing a clean-eating friendly recipe that you will want to add […]
Shrimp:An incredibly lean protein source packed with essential vitamins and minerals, shrimp is low in calories but loaded with omega-3 fatty acids that help promote heart health.
Base (quinoa or brown rice): quinoa or brown rice gives you a gluten free, fiber rich grain that is filled with antioxidants, and has the potential to regulate your blood sugar results.
Mango Salsa: Want to add a sweet and tangy kick? Packed with vitamin C, vitamin A, and fiber to help you fight off any lingering common ailments going around, as well as support of digestive health, it can often need a detox after the holidays.
Avocado:You will have a creamy texture from avocados, heart healthy monounsaturated fats and potassium which can be important for controlling blood pressure.
Black Beans:Also instrumental, black beans are a protein-packed plant-based source and filler so you stay full longer.
Cilantro Lime Dressing — Add depth to my shrimp bowl with a drizzle of vibrant cilantro lime dressing. The dressing is light and is prepared using lime juice, olive oil along with some cilantro that brings in antioxidants & healthy fats.
The good things for health in the Caribbean Shrimp Bowl
Caribbean Shrimp Bowl Taste:Delicious Pile on the nutrients, while getting all kinds of health perks.
Packed with Protein- the shrimp and black beans in this bowl pack a ton of protein which helps build and repair tissues. Protein: This will also help keep you full and satisfies your muscles.
The quinoa or brown rice based bowl can be lightened up with a cauliflower rice substitute for even fewer carbs. Providing the body with ample dietary fiber from both the veggies and beans, this bowl is great for digestion and helps with weight management as well.
The avocado and olive oil in the dressing both supply heart-healthy fats, which help improve cholesterol levels. These fats are also important in helping our body to absorb fat-soluble vitamins like vitamin A and K.
Immunity and skin health:Packed in this bowl are mangoes and cilantro which are rich in vitamins A and C assisting the immune system, promoting healthy glowing skin.
Click for Recipe -> Caribbean Shrimp Bowls with Mango Salsa
Try at home this bowl. A basic recipe to bring the taste of the Caribbean into your kitchen.
Ingredients:
Shrimp (peeled and deveined) One lb.
1 Cup of uncooked quinoa or brown rice (or cauliflower rice for low carb)
1 cup black beans, cooked
1 ripe mango, diced
1 avocado, sliced
1 red bell pepper, diced
1/4 cup red onion, diced
1/2 cup halved cherry tomatoes
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp cumin
2.5 mL cayenne pepper (optional)
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh cilantro for garnish
Cilantro Lime Dressing:
Juice of 2 limes
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup of fresh cilantro, chopped
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
Prepare the Quinoa or Rice: Rinse and drain the quinoa brown rice and cook according to package instructions. In a large skillet, sauté cauliflower rice in olive oil until softened if you are using cauliflower rice.
Shrimp – in a mixing bowl, combine the raw shrimp with olive oil, paprika, cumin, cayenne pepper and a pinch of salt + pepper. In a large pan over medium heat, grill shrimp 2 to 3 minutes on each side or until pink and opaque. Set aside.
Mango Salsa: Mix diced mango, red bell pepper, red onion and cherry tomatoes in a bowl. Add a pinch of salt next and set aside.
For the Dressing: Whisk lime juice, olive oil, fresh cilantro leaves, salt and pepper until you get a creamy consistency such as this amazing cilantro lime dressing.
Layer the Bowl: In a large bowl, add quinoa or rice into the bottom of the bowl. Shrimp, Black Beans, Avocado Slices and Mango Salsa Pour the dressing on top, use generously.
Garnish: Top with some fresh cilantro and Enjoy!
Why is Caribbean Shrimp Bowl good for clean eating?
You can eat healthy and still have flavor! If you need a reason to come in, just take look at our menu and then get ready for some delicious satisfaction and updating of your nutritional goals. With bold exotic flavors, this bowl fits everyone from gluten-free to low-carb.
This shrimp bowl is perfect for lunch or dinner: it makes meal prep a breeze, and can be as simple or complex as the ingredients you have on hand. Modify as you please… toss your personal favorite veggies, get busy with other grains or deepen the tropical fruity if you will like pineapple or papaya.
