Shrimp & Avocado Bowls with Lime-Chili Sauce

why make this recipe

This bowl is fresh, fast, and full of flavor. It mixes juicy shrimp, creamy avocado, sweet mango salsa, and a tangy lime-chili sauce. You can make it in about 20 minutes. It works for lunch, dinner, or a light meal. For a simple breakfast idea with avocado, see this note on avocado basics and calories.

introduction

This recipe pairs cooked shrimp with bright mango salsa and a creamy lime-chili sauce. The avocado and rice or greens make it filling. You can change heat and herbs to your taste. The parts are easy to make ahead and bring together quickly.

how to make Shrimp & Avocado Bowls with Mango Salsa & Lime-Chili Sauce

1. Make the mango salsa and let it rest so the flavors join.
2. Season and cook the shrimp until pink and slightly golden. Squeeze lime over the shrimp.
3. Mix the lime-chili sauce. Taste and adjust sweet or spicy notes.
4. Build bowls: base of rice, quinoa, or greens, then shrimp, salsa, avocado, and veggies. Drizzle with sauce.

Ingredients :

• 250–300 g shrimp, peeled & deveined
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp chili powder
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• Salt & pepper
• Squeeze of lime
• 1 ripe mango, diced
• 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
• 1/2 red pepper, chopped (optional)
• 1–2 tbsp cilantro or parsley, chopped
• Juice of 1/2 lime
• Pinch of salt
• 1/2 jalapeño or chili for heat (optional)
• 3 tbsp Greek yogurt or mayo
• 1 tbsp lime juice
• 1/2 tsp chili flakes or hot sauce
• 1/2 tsp honey
• Cooked rice, quinoa, or salad greens
• 1 avocado, sliced
• Cherry tomatoes (optional)
• Cucumber slices
• Extra lime wedges

Directions :

1. Make the mango salsa: Mix mango, red onion, red pepper, cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Let it sit for 5 minutes.
2. Cook the shrimp: Season shrimp with paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Heat olive oil in a pan and cook shrimp for 1-2 minutes on each side until pink and golden. Squeeze lime on top.
3. Mix the lime-chili sauce: Stir together yogurt (or mayo), lime juice, chili flakes, honey, and salt.
4. Build the bowls: Layer rice (or greens), shrimp, mango salsa, avocado slices, and cucumber & tomatoes in a bowl. Drizzle with lime-chili sauce.

how to serve Shrimp & Avocado Bowls with Mango Salsa & Lime-Chili Sauce

Serve the bowls warm or at room temperature. Add extra lime wedges. Offer hot sauce on the side. For a warm side, you can serve a simple pasta or casserole like a cheesy baked tortellini side. Keep sauces on the side if you will pack bowls for later.

how to store Shrimp & Avocado Bowls with Mango Salsa & Lime-Chili Sauce

• Store shrimp and salsa in separate airtight containers in the fridge for up to 2 days.
• Keep avocado slices separate and add them just before serving to avoid browning.
• Store the lime-chili sauce in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• Do not mix all parts if you plan to keep them more than a few hours.

tips to make Shrimp & Avocado Bowls with Mango Salsa & Lime-Chili Sauce

• Use ripe mango for the best flavor.
• Do not overcook the shrimp; they cook fast.
• Taste the salsa and sauce; add more lime or salt if needed.
• If you like, toast the spices briefly in the pan before adding shrimp for more aroma.
• For a simple dessert idea after this bowl, try a light baked fruit like baked apples with feta & honey.

variation (if any)

• Use chicken or tofu instead of shrimp.
• Swap mango for pineapple or peach.
• Use avocado mash instead of slices for a different texture.
• Make it low-carb by using salad greens instead of rice.

FAQs

Q: Can I use frozen shrimp?
A: Yes. Thaw and pat dry before cooking. Season and cook the same way.

Q: Is the lime-chili sauce spicy?
A: It can be mild or spicy. Add more or less chili flakes or hot sauce to suit your taste.

Q: Can I make this ahead for lunch?
A: Yes. Keep shrimp, salsa, and sauce in separate containers. Add avocado and build the bowl when ready.

Q: How long will the mango salsa last?
A: Keep it in the fridge for up to 2 days. It will get softer but still taste good.

Q: Can I skip the yogurt in the sauce?
A: Yes. Use mayo or a vegan mayo instead.

Conclusion

If you want another take on chili-lime shrimp with mango and avocado, see this full recipe for inspiration: Chili Lime Shrimp Bowls with Mango-Avocado Salsa – Kalefornia.

Shrimp & Avocado Bowls

A fresh and flavorful bowl featuring juicy shrimp, creamy avocado, sweet mango salsa, and a tangy lime-chili sauce, perfect for lunch or dinner.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 20 minutes mins

Servings: 2 servings

Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course

Cuisine: Mexican, Seafood

Calories: 450

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

For the Shrimp

• 250–300 g shrimp, peeled & deveined
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp chili powder
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• to taste Salt & pepper
• 1 squeeze lime

For the Mango Salsa

• 1 ripe mango, diced Use ripe mango for the best flavor.
• 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
• 1/2 red pepper, chopped (optional)
• 1–2 tbsp cilantro or parsley, chopped
• Pinch salt
• 1/2 jalapeño or chili for heat (optional)

For the Lime-Chili Sauce

• 3 tbsp Greek yogurt or mayo
• 1 tbsp lime juice
• 1/2 tsp chili flakes or hot sauce
• 1/2 tsp honey

For Serving

• Cooked rice, quinoa, or salad greens
• 1 avocado, sliced
• to taste Cherry tomatoes (optional)
• to taste Cucumber slices
• extra lime wedges

Method

 

Prepare the Mango Salsa

1. Mix mango, red onion, red pepper, cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Let it sit for 5 minutes.

Cook the Shrimp

1. Season shrimp with paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
2. Heat olive oil in a pan and cook shrimp for 1-2 minutes on each side until pink and golden.
3. Squeeze lime on top.

Mix the Lime-Chili Sauce

1. Stir together yogurt (or mayo), lime juice, chili flakes, honey, and salt.

Build the Bowls

1. Layer rice (or greens), shrimp, mango salsa, avocado slices, and cucumber & tomatoes in a bowl.
2. Drizzle with lime-chili sauce.

Notes

Serve the bowls warm or at room temperature. Add extra lime wedges. Offer hot sauce on the side. For a warm side, serve a simple pasta or casserole like a cheesy baked tortellini.