Chimichurri Shrimp Bowl
This Chimichurri Shrimp Bowl is a fresh, vibrant, and healthy dish that combines juicy shrimp with chimichurri sauce's bold, zesty flavors.
Servings 4 servings
Calories 832kcal
Ingredients
- 1 lb shrimps deveined and peeled (about 16 oz / 450 g)
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons oil
Chimichurri Sauce
- 2 cups cilantro finely chopped (about 2 oz / 60 g)
- ½ cup olive oil about 4 fl oz / 120 ml
- 3 cloves garlic peeled and finely minced
- 1 medium shallot peeled and finely minced
- 2 teaspoons lime juice
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
To Serve
- 1 cup tomato diced (about 5.5 oz / 155 g)
- 1 avocado sliced
- 2 cups rice about 12 oz / 340 g, cooked
Instructions
Season the Shrimp
- Season the shrimp with sea salt and black pepper.1 lb shrimps, 1/4 teaspoon sea salt, 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
Cook the Shrimp
- Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear the shrimp for 3-4 minutes, or until they are fully cooked through and opaque. Once cooked, switch off the heat.2 tablespoons oil
Prepare the Chimichurri Sauce
- In a bowl, combine chopped cilantro, olive oil, garlic, shallot, and lime juice. Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper to taste. Mix well.2 cups cilantro, ½ cup olive oil, 3 cloves garlic, 1 medium shallot, 2 teaspoons lime juice, Salt, Pepper
Assemble the Bowl
- In a bowl, add 2 cups of cooked rice as the base. Top with diced tomato, sliced avocado, and the cooked shrimp. Drizzle the chimichurri sauce over the shrimp and rice.1 cup tomato, 1 avocado, 2 cups rice
Serve
- Serve immediately and enjoy your Chimichurri Shrimp Bowl!
Nutrition
Calories: 832kcal | Carbohydrates: 82g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 43g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 29g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 183mg | Sodium: 296mg | Potassium: 814mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 926IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 121mg | Iron: 2mg
