I’ve made a lot of meal prep in my day, & it still blows my mind how low-calorie these shrimp recipes are. Like we’re cooking 2 POUNDS of shrimp here… & several large bell peppers… and this still comes out to like 500 calories? Dawg that is so much food, yet such little calorie intake. If you’re looking for peak cutting meal prep, look no further. If you’re looking to bulk… maybe filter by beef on my recipe search tab.
482 kcal | 36g Protein | 55g Carbohydrates | 13g Fat
Fajita Shrimp Bowls
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 lbs Raw Shrimp
- 1 large Onion sliced
- 3 large Bell peppers sliced
- 1 cup Jasmine rice
- 1 tbsp Salted butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning blend See notes.
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 1/2 tsp Cayenne pepper
- 1 tsp Chili powder
- 1 tsp Cumin
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 2 large Limes
Instructions
- Slice the vegetables & place them in a large bowl. Place the raw shrimp in a separate large bowl.1 large Onion, 3 large Bell peppers, 2 lbs Raw Shrimp
- Add 1 tbsp of olive oil to the vegetable mixture, & 1 tbsp of olive oil to the raw shrimp mixture.2 tbsp olive oil
- In a small bowl, combine all of the seasonings. Then, equally spread across the shrimp & vegetable mixtures. Let sit for at least 20 minutes.2 tbsp Cajun seasoning blend, 1 tsp Paprika, 1/2 tsp Cayenne pepper, 1 tsp Chili powder, 1 tsp Cumin, 1 tsp Garlic powder
- While the ingredients are sitting, preheat the oven to 400°F & begin preparing the rice according to your preferences. I always prefer rice cooker with 1 tbsp of salted butter thrown in.1 cup Jasmine rice, 1 tbsp Salted butter
- Spread the shrimp & vegetables over 2 baking sheets. You can mix the two if you'd like, as everything is about to be brought to food-safe temperatures. Bake the shrimp & vegetables for 10-15 minutes, or until the shrimp are cooked through and the vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Divide everything into fourths & serve with fresh lime wedges. Enjoy!2 large Limes
Notes
Nutrition
Fajita Fiesta in a Bowl: Spice Up Your Weeknights with Shrimp!
Craving the sizzling flavors of a fajita but short on time? Look no further than these easy and flavorful Fajita Shrimp Bowls! This recipe is your ticket to a fiesta in a bowl, packed with juicy shrimp, colorful bell peppers, and tender onions, all seasoned to fajita perfection.
Skip the restaurant wait and the greasy takeout menus. Whip up these healthy and satisfying shrimp bowls in the comfort of your own kitchen. Perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep, or a fun twist on Taco Tuesday!
Here’s what makes these shrimp bowls stand out:
- Restaurant-worthy Flavor: This recipe uses a simple yet delicious fajita seasoning that infuses the shrimp and vegetables with smoky, savory goodness. No need for fancy ingredients, just pure flavor magic!
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