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Fajita Shrimp Bowls

464 kcal | 36g Protein | 49g Carbohydrates | 13g Fat
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Carb Rice
Protein Shrimp
Servings 4
Calorie <600 Calories

Equipment

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp & Vegetables:

  • 2 lbs raw shrimp peeled & deveined
  • 1 large onion sliced
  • 3 large bell peppers sliced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Homemade Fajita Seasoning:

  • 2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1½ tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • ½ tsp cayenne pepper adjust for spice preference
  • ½ tsp dried oregano
  • ½ tsp salt adjust based on preference
  • ½ tsp black pepper

For the Rice:

  • 1 cup jasmine rice
  • 1 tbsp salted butter

For Serving:

  • 2 large limes cut into wedges

Instructions
 

Prep the Shrimp & Vegetables:

  • Slice the onion and bell peppers and place them in a large bowl.
    1 large onion, 3 large bell peppers
  • Place raw shrimp in a separate bowl.
    2 lbs raw shrimp
  • Drizzle 1 tbsp olive oil over each bowl, coating the shrimp and veggies evenly.
    2 tbsp olive oil

Make the Homemade Fajita Seasoning & Marinate:

  • In a small bowl, mix together all the homemade fajita seasoning ingredients.
    2 tsp smoked paprika, 1½ tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp chili powder, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp onion powder, ½ tsp cayenne pepper, ½ tsp dried oregano, ½ tsp salt, ½ tsp black pepper
  • Evenly divide the seasoning mix between the shrimp and vegetable bowls. Toss to coat.
  • Let sit for at least 20 minutes to absorb flavor.

Cook the Rice:

  • Rinse rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
    1 cup jasmine rice
  • Cook using your preferred method (I love my rice cooker!) with butter added for flavor.
    1 tbsp salted butter

Roast the Shrimp & Veggies:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F.
  • Spread shrimp and vegetables onto two large baking sheets.
  • Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until shrimp are cooked through and vegetables are tender-crisp.

Assemble & Serve:

  • Divide rice, shrimp, and vegetables into meal prep containers.
  • Serve with fresh lime wedges for squeezing before eating.
    2 large limes

Nutrition

Calories: 464kcalCarbohydrates: 49gProtein: 36gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 293mgSodium: 1884mgPotassium: 607mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 4049IUVitamin C: 117mgCalcium: 167mgIron: 2mg
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