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Blackened Shrimp Bowls

A quick and flavorful bowl featuring blackened shrimp, fresh greens, and customizable toppings, perfect for a hassle-free dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Blackened Shrimp
  • 1 pound medium or large shrimp, peeled and deveined Use peeled and deveined for convenience.
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil For a glossy finish.
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne Optional for added spice.
For the Bowl Base
  • Rice or quinoa Use whatever gets you excited.
  • Choice of greens (baby spinach, spring mix, or romaine)
  • Your favorite toppings See options below.
For the Toppings
  • Fresh avocado slices For creamy goodness.
  • Crunchy corn (leftover, frozen, or grilled)
  • Cherry tomatoes or diced red bell pepper
  • Quick homemade slaw with red cabbage and a squeeze of lime
  • Cilantro or parsley For the color and the pop.
  • Drizzle of lime crema, Greek yogurt, or your favorite hot sauce

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pat your shrimp dry with paper towels to ensure they crisp up.
  2. In a large bowl, drizzle olive oil over shrimp and toss with smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, oregano, salt, black pepper, and cayenne.
Cooking
  1. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
  2. Add shrimp in a single layer, cooking undisturbed for about 2 minutes before flipping.
  3. Cook for another minute until shrimp are opaque and slightly charred.
Assembly
  1. In serving bowls, layer rice or quinoa at the bottom, followed by greens, and top with blackened shrimp.
  2. Add desired toppings before serving.

Notes

Use peeled and deveined shrimp to save time. Flexible spice mix; modify based on what's available. For added char, use a cast iron skillet.