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Shrimp Rice Bowls with Spicy Mayo

Flavor-Packed Shrimp Rice Bowls with Spicy Mayo for Quick Meals

Enjoy these Shrimp Rice Bowls with Spicy Mayo, a healthy and flavorful meal perfect for busy nights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marinating Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 500

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Shrimp, fresh or thawed Use for juiciest texture
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Adds healthy fat
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Substitute with regular paprika if needed
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Or use fresh garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Fresh onion can be used
  • to taste Salt & Black Pepper Essential for seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Optional for heat
For the Spicy Mayo
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Or Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons Sriracha Adjust based on heat preference
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice Freshly squeezed for best flavor
For the Rice and Veggies
  • 2 cups Rice, jasmine or brown Or cauliflower rice for low-carb
  • 2 cups Vegetables, assorted (carrots, avocado, cucumber, green onions) Fresh additions for nutrition
  • to taste Sesame Seeds Optional for garnish

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Large skillet
  • Fork

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne. Add shrimp and toss to coat. Let marinate for 10 minutes.
  2. While shrimp marinates, prepare rice according to package instructions.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add a drizzle of olive oil. Once hot, add marinated shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine mayonnaise, sriracha, and lime juice. Stir until smooth and adjust spice level to taste.
  5. Assemble the bowls: place rice in each bowl, layer cooked shrimp on top, and add assorted vegetables.
  6. Drizzle spicy mayo generously over the shrimp and veggies in each bowl.
  7. Garnish with sesame seeds before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Consider meal prepping shrimp and sauce ahead for busy nights; store separately for freshness.

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