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Shrimp fajita bowl
Redondo

Shrimp Fajita Bowls

A quick, nourishing bowl layered with tender shrimp, caramelized peppers, warm rice, and gentle seasoning—a weeknight savior with soul.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 3 bell peppers, assorted colors, sliced
  • 1 red onion, sliced
  • 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • 2 tsp fajita seasoning
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • salt and pepper, to taste

Equipment

  • skillet For sautéing shrimp and veggies
  • Knife For slicing peppers and onions
  • cutting board Vegetable prep

Method
 

  1. Cook rice and set aside. Slice peppers and onions thinly.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet. Sauté peppers and onions until soft and charred.
  3. Dry shrimp, toss with fajita seasoning. Sear for 2–3 minutes per side.
  4. Return veggies to pan. Squeeze in lime juice. Toss everything together.
  5. Serve over rice, topped with cilantro and optional avocado.

Notes

Store leftovers in separate containers for best texture. Sear shrimp briefly to avoid overcooking.