Blackened Shrimp Bowls

These super easy Blackened Shrimp Bowls are made with fresh, natural ingredients and perfectly cooked shrimp that are seriously loaded with flavor. These shrimp and veggie packed bowls are anything but lackluster!

Whether you’re making one for lunch or dinner, you’re going to be so excited to enjoy a blackened shrimp bowl. They’re SO easy to whip up and so very satisfying!

Have you ever had a healthy meal and thought wow… I’m still hungry? Who am I kidding – we’ve all been there. Well, with this recipe, that’s absolutely not an issue. Between the deliciously blackened shrimp and hearty serving of fresh veggies, you’ll definitely be full after enjoying a bowl!

So these bowls are healthy, filling, AND delicious. This is a tried and true guilt-free recipe that I really love making, especially in the summertime. I mean, just look at it! It looks like it should be enjoyed by the pool, right?

Frozen or raw shrimp?

I am using fresh shrimp as they are generally easier for me. You can get them already peeled and deveined. Frozen shrimp is fine, but you gotta make sure it’s defrosted before cooking!

Don’t defrost at room temperature because of bacteria. When the shrimp are defrosted, dry them with kitchen paper before cooking to remove excess of water.

How to store leftovers?

Let shrimp cool down completely, transfer in an airtight container, and refrigerate. Store the shrimp and the vegetables separately. It will keep up to 3 days.

Reheat in the microwave on low heat until warm.

How to freeze?

Freeze shrimp packed in a plastic or reusable silicone bag. Label and freeze up to 1 month. Don’t freeze vegetables.

Defrost shrimp completely before reheating. You can reheat in a pan with a bit of butter.

Ingredients for Blackened Shrimp Bowls

To blacken the shrimp, you’ll need:

• Shrimp – Fresh is best!
• Olive oil – Dark extra virgin olive oil yields the best results
• Onion – Red onions provide the strongest flavor
• Garlic – Freshly chopped or pre-minced are both fine
• Lemon juice – Always use freshly squeezed juice, not that store-bought bottled stuff
• Blackened seasoning mix – Any brand should work
• Salt and pepper

Here’s what to fill the bowl with:

• Lettuce – Romaine is my go-to for these bowls, but spinach, kale, or iceberg lettuce all work as well
• Red kidney beans – The protein in these will also help you stay fuller for longer
• Cucumber – Make sure you buy a fresh cucumber by inspecting the skin. If it’s wrinkled or has soft spots, it’s likely too ripe!
• Corn – Try making my Mexican Street Corn off the Cob
• Cherry tomatoes – Grape tomatoes are a good substitute
• Limes
• Guacamole – Make my homemade Guacamole recipe for the freshest guac!
• Red onion
• Tortilla strips – A store-bought bag will work

Those are all of my favorite foods to add to these blackened shrimp bowls. However, if you can think of anything else delicious to toss in there, go for it!

Craving more shrimp recipes?

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Salted Lime Butter Grilled Shrimp Skewers

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Shrimp Fajita Bowls