Shrimp Bowl with Pineapple and Black Bean Salsa
Description
Bowls don’t have to be boring! When it comes to quick, healthy, and flavorful meals, few dishes can rival this shrimp bowl.
It’s a dish that feels indulgent yet is packed with protein, fiber, and essential nutrients. Better yet, it’s incredibly versatile. Whether you’re meal-prepping for the week or serving up something impressive for friends, or working overtime, this bowl fits every occasion.
The beauty of this recipe lies in its simplicity. Most of the ingredients are pantry staples or easy-to-find produce:
• Shrimp marinated in lime, garlic, and red pepper flakes for a smoky-citrus punch.
• A vibrant salsa made with sweet pineapple, hearty black beans, zesty lime, and fresh cilantro.
• Steamed rice with parsley or a bed of greens to bring it all together. Feel free to customize the base with quinoa, cauliflower rice, or even farro for a unique twist!
The sweetness of the pineapple salsa complements the savory shrimp, while the black beans add a hearty texture. It’s a balanced, vibrant dish that tastes like a tropical vacation in a bowl.
Ingredients
Bowl Ingredients
Pineapple and Black Bean Salsa Ingredients
Instructions
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Take the shrimp and place in a bag or bowl with the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, juice from two limes, garlic and red pepper flakes. Marinate for at least 30 minutes or prepare the night before. Make sure the shrimp is fully covered and add extra oil and vinegar if needed.
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Grab a medium sized bowl and add the beans, pineapple, onion, parsley, olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Mix all together and set aside.
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In a medium frying pan (or grill) add some more olive oil and cook the shrimp for about 2-3 minutes on each side until the shrimp are pink.
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Cook the rice and any other toppings you may want.
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Build your bowl by putting the rice on the bottom and then putting the shrimp, pineapple and black bean salsa, and avocado and any other toppings on top.
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Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 10
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 202kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 15.13g24%
- Saturated Fat 0.81g5%
- Trans Fat 0.02g
- Cholesterol 114mg38%
- Sodium 565mg24%
- Potassium 293mg9%
- Total Carbohydrate 24.59g9%
- Dietary Fiber 3.1g13%
- Sugars 2.5g
- Protein 15.13g31%
- Vitamin A 463 IU
- Vitamin C 12.7 mg
- Calcium 75 mg
- Iron 1.08 mg
- Vitamin D 2 IU
- Vitamin E 2.67 IU
- Vitamin K 54.2 mcg
- Thiamin 0.12 mg
- Riboflavin 0.07 mg
- Niacin 3.28 mg
- Vitamin B6 0.35 mg
- Folate 48 mcg
- Vitamin B12 1.01 mcg
- Pantothenic Acid 0.82 mg
- Phosphorus 306 mg
- Magnesium 64 mg
- Zinc 1.58 mg
- Selenium 34.9 mcg
- Copper 0.3 mg
- Manganese 0.81 mg
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Some other toppings for your bowls might include:
Corn, shredded cheddar, hot sauce, sautéed mushrooms, chic peas, broccoli, sweet potatoes, tomatoes, peppers, a dollop of sour cream….The possibilities are endless.
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Hi! I'm Chelsea,
I'm a food lover, health enthusiast, author, Pilates teacher and studio owner. I love to teach and manifest a deep love for Pilates and health and enjoy nothing more than helping others make their bodies become healthy and strong. My goal is to create simple, nutritious recipes that are easy to throw together using all the good stuff, but without sacrificing taste or the pleasure of eating, because life is all about finding balance, and nothing beats the satisfaction of eating something that tastes good which just also happens to be good for you!
Enjoy!