CARIBBEAN SHRIMP & RICE BOWL

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I had a similar rice bowl on vacation and re-created this lighter version at home. It takes me back to the islands every time I make it. Try grilling the shrimp for more beachy flavor. -Lauren Katz, Ashburn, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and pitted
1/3 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple, undrained
1 medium mango, peeled and cubed
1/2 cup salsa
1 package (8.8 ounces) ready-to-serve brown rice
1 pound uncooked shrimp (31-40 per pound), peeled and deveined
1 teaspoon Caribbean jerk seasoning
1 tablespoon canola oil
2 green onions, sliced
Lime wedges, optional

Steps:

  • For avocado cream, mash avocado with sour cream and salt until smooth. In a small saucepan, combine beans, pineapple, mango and salsa; heat through, stirring occasionally. Prepare rice according to package directions., Toss shrimp with jerk seasoning. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add shrimp; cook and stir until shrimp turn pink, 2-3 minutes., Divide rice and bean mixture among four bowls. Top with shrimp and green onions. Serve with avocado cream and, if desired, lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 498 calories, Fat 14g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 145mg cholesterol, Sodium 698mg sodium, Carbohydrate 62g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

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Rorisang Makgale
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I made this dish last night and it was a hit with my family. Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures. The shrimp was cooked perfectly and the rice was fluffy and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for


KINFEOSIOLUWA AKINOLA
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This Caribbean shrimp rice bowl was an absolute delight! The flavors were incredibly harmonious, with the spicy shrimp and sweet pineapple complementing each other perfectly. The rice was cooked to perfection, and the avocado and black beans added a