Shrimp and Avocado Bowl with Mango Salsa & Lime-Chili Sauce — a perfect balance of spicy, sweet, tangy, and creamy. Great for lunch, dinner, or meal prep!
🥭🦐 Shrimp and Avocado Bowls with Mango Salsa & Lime-Chili Sauce
Colorful, flavorful, and nutrient-packed — this bowl has it all: juicy shrimp, creamy avocado, fresh mango salsa, and a zesty lime-chili drizzle. Easy to customize and loaded with bold tropical flavor.
🧾 Ingredients
🔸 For the Shrimp:
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1 lb (450 g) raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 tsp chili powder
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½ tsp cumin
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½ tsp smoked paprika
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½ tsp garlic powder
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Salt & pepper, to taste
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Juice of ½ lime
🔸 For the Mango Salsa:
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1 ripe mango, diced
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½ red bell pepper, finely chopped
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¼ red onion, finely chopped
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1 small jalapeño, minced (optional, for heat)
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Juice of 1 lime
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2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
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Salt, to taste
🔸 For the Lime-Chili Sauce:
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3 tbsp plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
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Juice of 1 lime
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1 tsp honey or maple syrup
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½ tsp chili powder
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Pinch of salt
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1–2 tsp water to thin (if needed)
🔸 For the Bowls:
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1–2 avocados, sliced or cubed
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2 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or cauliflower rice)
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Fresh greens (spinach, arugula, or romaine — optional)
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Extra lime wedges, for serving
👩🍳 Instructions
✅ 1. Cook the Shrimp:
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In a bowl, toss shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and lime juice.
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Heat a skillet over medium-high heat.
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Add shrimp and cook for 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
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Remove from heat and set aside.
✅ 2. Make the Mango Salsa:
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In a bowl, combine diced mango, bell pepper, red onion, jalapeño, lime juice, cilantro, and a pinch of salt.
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Toss and chill while you prep the rest.
✅ 3. Mix the Lime-Chili Sauce:
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In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, lime juice, chili powder, honey, and salt.
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Add a little water to thin, if desired, for drizzling consistency.
✅ 4. Assemble the Bowls:
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Start with a base of cooked rice or greens.
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Top with shrimp, avocado, and mango salsa.
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Drizzle with the lime-chili sauce.
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Garnish with extra cilantro and lime wedges.
🍽️ Serving Tips
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Serve immediately for the freshest flavor.
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Add black beans or corn for extra heartiness.
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Want crunch? Top with crushed tortilla chips or roasted pepitas.
🔄 Make It Your Way
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Low carb: Use cauliflower rice or more greens.
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Vegan: Swap shrimp for grilled tofu or chickpeas.
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Spicy: Add hot sauce or extra jalapeño to the salsa or shrimp.