Description
Indulge in a Tropical Shrimp Rice Bowl With Coconut Lime Sauce that transports you to a sun-soaked paradise with every bite. This vibrant dish features succulent shrimp grilled to perfection, complemented by a creamy coconut lime sauce that balances zesty and sweet flavors effortlessly. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this recipe is not only quick to prepare but also customizable to suit your dietary preferences, whether you choose shrimp, chicken, or turkey. Topped with fresh cilantro and served over fluffy rice, this meal is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp (or chicken/turkey)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Marinate the shrimp in olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and grill the marinated shrimp for about 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and cooked through.
- In a blender, combine coconut milk, Greek yogurt, lime juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth.
- Serve the grilled shrimp over cooked rice; drizzle with coconut lime sauce and garnish with cheddar cheese and cilantro.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 730mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 200mg