Description
Escape to the tropics with this vibrant Caribbean Shrimp Bowl! A perfect weeknight meal, this recipe comes together in under 30 minutes for a dinner that’s as healthy as it is delicious. Juicy, adobo-spiced shrimp are tossed with sweet pineapple and mango, crisp broccoli slaw, and bell peppers on a light bed of cauliflower rice. It’s a flavor-packed, one-pan wonder that delivers a guilt-free taste of paradise right in your kitchen.
Ingredients
2 tbsp olive oil or coconut oil, divided
1 lb raw shrimp (26–30 count), peeled and deveined
2 cups cauliflower rice, frozen
1 12 oz bag of broccoli slaw mix
1 large red bell pepper, diced
1 medium onion, diced
1 tbsp adobo spice blend
1/4 tsp ground black pepper
1/4–1/2 tsp crushed red chili flakes (to taste)
1/8 tsp sea salt
1 cup fresh pineapple cubes
1 cup fresh mango, chopped
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, finely minced
Instructions
- Sauté the Veggies Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the diced onion and bell pepper, and sauté for 3–4 minutes until they begin to soften.
- Cook the Shrimp and Spices Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet and add the remaining tablespoon of oil to the empty side. Add the shrimp in a single layer. Immediately sprinkle with the adobo spice, black pepper, chili flakes, and salt. Cook for 1-2 minutes per side, until the shrimp turn pink and are just cooked through.
- Combine with Slaw and Cauliflower Rice Add the broccoli slaw mix and frozen cauliflower rice directly to the skillet. Stir everything together to combine well with the shrimp and vegetables. Continue cooking for another 4–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the slaw has wilted slightly and the cauliflower rice is heated through.
- Add the Finishing Touches Turn off the heat. Stir in the fresh pineapple cubes, chopped mango, and minced cilantro. The residual heat from the pan will warm the fruit perfectly without making it mushy. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Don’t Overcook the Shrimp: For the best texture, remove shrimp from the heat as soon as they turn pink and opaque. Overcooked shrimp will be tough and rubbery.
- Dry Your Shrimp: Before cooking, pat the raw shrimp completely dry with a paper towel. This helps them sear nicely in the pan and allows the spices to stick better.
- Fresh is Best: While canned fruit works in a pinch, using fresh pineapple and mango will provide the best flavor and texture for this dish.
- Meal Prep: You can prep the onion, bell pepper, mango, pineapple, and cilantro ahead of time and store them in airtight containers in the refrigerator to make cooking even faster.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 295 kcal
- Sugar: 16 g
- Sodium: 950 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 27 g
- Cholesterol: 215 mg
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