Spicy Shrimp and Avocado Rice Bowl

This Spicy Shrimp and Avocado Rice Bowl is a quick, colorful, and satisfying meal packed with juicy shrimp, creamy avocado, fluffy rice, and fresh vegetables. A spicy, tangy sauce brings everything together for a delicious weeknight lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

For the Shrimp

• 1 lb (450 g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• ½ teaspoon chili powder
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon lime juice

For the Rice Bowl

• 3 cups cooked white or brown rice
• 1 ripe avocado, sliced
• 1 cup corn, cooked
• 1 cup cucumber, diced
• ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
• 2 green onions, sliced
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Spicy Sauce

• ⅓ cup mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon sriracha
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1 teaspoon soy sauce

Directions

1. Season the Shrimp

Place the shrimp in a bowl.

Add olive oil, smoked paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, salt, black pepper, and lime juice.

Toss until the shrimp are evenly coated.

2. Make the Spicy Sauce

In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sriracha, lime juice, honey, and soy sauce.

Taste and adjust the spice level to your preference.

3. Cook the Shrimp

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Add the seasoned shrimp in a single layer.

Cook for about 2–3 minutes per side, until the shrimp are opaque and cooked through.

Remove from the heat immediately to avoid overcooking.

4. Prepare the Bowl

Divide the cooked rice between four bowls.

Arrange the avocado, corn, cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, and green onions around the rice.

5. Add the Shrimp

Place the cooked shrimp on top of each bowl.

Drizzle generously with the spicy sauce.

6. Garnish and Serve

Sprinkle with fresh cilantro.

Add extra lime wedges and sliced jalapeños if desired.

Serve immediately.

Recipe Tips

• Don’t overcook shrimp; they should be opaque and firm but still juicy.
• Use fresh lime juice for a brighter flavor.
• Adjust the sriracha and cayenne according to your preferred heat level.
• For extra crunch, add shredded cabbage or carrots.
• Substitute quinoa or cauliflower rice if desired.
• Add black beans for a heartier bowl.
• Keep avocado separate if preparing the bowls ahead of time.
• Refrigerate cooked shrimp and assembled ingredients promptly and consume within 3–4 days.

Prep & Cooking Time

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 4

Meta Description

Make a Spicy Shrimp and Avocado Rice Bowl with juicy seasoned shrimp, creamy avocado, fresh vegetables, fluffy rice, and a spicy sriracha-lime sauce.