Garlic-Lime Shrimp Bowls Tasty and Healthy Meal Idea

Ingredients

• 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1 zest lime
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• to taste salt and pepper
• 1 cup jasmine rice
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 unit avocado, sliced
• to garnish fresh cilantro, chopped
• to serve lime wedges

Instructions

1. In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of vegetable broth to a boil. Add the jasmine rice, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and set aside.
2. In a bowl, combine minced garlic, lime juice, lime zest, olive oil, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add the shrimp to the marinade, mixing well to coat. Let it sit for about 15 minutes to absorb the flavors.
3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side or until they turn pink and opaque.
4. To assemble, spoon a portion of jasmine rice into each bowl. Top with cooked shrimp, halved cherry tomatoes, and sliced avocado.
5. Sprinkle with fresh cilantro and add a lime wedge on the side for extra zing.