Published 1/30/2024 • Updated 8/6/2024 These cilantro lime shrimp bowls are one of our OG recipes on Fit Foodie Finds, and one that all 3 of us have made some variation of for years. We decided she needed a little photo refresh, and isn’t she gorgeous?! What really sets these cilantro lime shrimp bowls apart from the rest is its incredible fusion of flavors and textures. The shrimp is seasoned with zesty lime and garlic, paired with a fresh and bright tomato salad and topped with a Greek yogurt crema offering a delightful blend of spicy and fresh.
What You Need for Cilantro Lime Shrimp Bowls
Shrimp: We’re seasoning jumbo shrimp with lime zest, garlic and salt. It’s a simple combination that is oh so flavorful. Tomato salad: You’ll need roma tomatoes, sweet corn, cilantro and a few pantry spices. Rice: We’ve made this recipe with white rice, brown rice and even our cilantro lime rice. Choose your own adventure here and prepare your go-to rice! Greek yogurt crema: Whatever you do, do not skip this crema! It’s simple to make with a combination of Greek yogurt, mayo, cilantro, lime and hot sauce — mmm!
Easy Substitutions and Swaps
Choosing shrimp: we used uncooked jumbo shrimp in these bowls, but a smaller variety of uncooked shrimp will also work. If you choose a smaller size shrimp, it will impact the cook time. Tomato salad: Roma tomatoes are great for this recipe because they hold their shape and have great flavor. Cherry tomatoes would be an easy alternative. Make it spicier: Our Greek yogurt crema calls for 2 teaspoons of hot sauce, but if you like things spicier, feel free to up this to a tablespoon.
Storage
Store any leftovers in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days. Keep the crema separate until serving to maintain freshness.
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Meal Prep
These cilantro lime shrimp bowls are perfect for meal prep. Simply prepare the recipe as written and store the crema separately from the rest of the bowl. Add the crema, additional fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice when serving.
Serving Suggestions
This recipe calls for white rice, but you can change it up and serve these shrimp bowls with cilantro lime brown rice, quinoa, or even cauliflower rice. Easy Cilantro Lime Rice
