Description
A vibrant and quick meal featuring shrimp, rice, and fresh veggies for a flavorful twist.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup uncooked white rice
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Cook the rice according to package instructions and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add onion, bell pepper, and garlic; sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add shrimp, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper; cook until shrimp are pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in corn and black beans; heat through for 2 minutes.
- Serve the shrimp mixture over the cooked rice.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges.
Notes
This recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner and can be customized with your favorite veggies.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Method: Main Dish
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Nutrition
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Protein: 28g