Shrimp Burrito Bowls

Looking for a quick and delicious meal idea? These Shrimp Burrito Bowls are packed with healthy, fresh ingredients and bursting with bold flavor. Whether you’re needing a fast weeknight dinner, a tasty lunch, or something to meal prep for the week, shrimp burrito bowls check all the boxes! Plus, they're totally customizable and come together in just 20 minutes.

I don’t know about you, but I have an obsession with any and all types of taco bowls and burrito bowls. From my Ground Beef Taco Bowls, to my Fish Taco Bowls, Instant Pot Burrito Bowls, and this Shrimp Burrito Bowl recipe, you can’t go wrong! Not only do they make an easy weeknight dinner option when time is hard to find, but they are fully customizable and everyone can add the toppings they desire!

Burrito Bowl Ingredients

Below is a brief overview of each ingredient needed to make this healthy shrimp bowls recipe. To see printable recipe card with full directions, scroll to the bottom of this post or click the “jump to recipe” button at the top.

• Shrimp– you’ll need one pound raw, peeled, and de-veined shrimp. I like to use large shrimp as they stay a bit more juicy when cooked. If you don’t have access to shrimp, feel free to use chicken, salmon, or tofu.
• Cilantro Lime Rice– I love using my Instant Pot Cilantro Lime Rice in this recipe, however, you can use packaged Cilantro Lime Rice or Instant Pot Jasmine Rice, Long Grain, White Rice, Cauliflower Rice, or Brown Rice. Quinoa is a great option too.
• Seasonings– you’ll need chili powder, salt, black pepper, cumin, and garlic powder to give this shrimp bowl recipe it’s flavor. TIP: add some Cayenne Pepper for an added kick.
• Olive Oil– you’ll use this to cook the shrimp. You can also use avocado oil or coconut oil.
• Corn– I love using canned corn that has been drained and rinsed to save time. Roasted corn or fresh corn off the cob works great too.
• Black Beans– this adds protein to the bowl and really helps bulk up the meal. Canned black beans that are drained and rinsed work great. Pinto Beans are a great substitution.
• Avocado– freshly sliced.
• Lime– you’ll squeeze lime wedges over each of the bowls just before serving for an added citrus taste.
• Sour Cream– optional, you can also use plain Greek yogurt if desired.
• Cilantro– freshly chopped, garnish just before serving.
• Cheese– freshly shredded to add on top. Use your favorite shredded cheese blend.

How to make Shrimp Burrito Bowls

Prep the Shrimp. In a bowl, toss the shrimp with the seasonings.

Cook the Shrimp. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook for about 2-3 minutes on one side, flip to the other side and repeat.

Assemble your Shrimp Burrito Bowl. Heat the rice according to package directions or make fresh. Evenly divide rice between bowls. Top the rice evenly with cooked shrimp, corn, black beans, avocado slices, and sour cream. Add shredded cheese and garnish with chopped cilantro and fresh squeezed lime juice. Serve and enjoy!

Topping Options

Once you have your prepared rice and cooked seasoned shrimp, the toppings become the fun part. That’s what makes these bowls fully customizable! Here are some of my favorites:

• Avocado Slices
• Pico de Gallo or Diced Tomatoes
• Fresh Restaurant-Style Tableside Guacamole
• Salsa
• Green Onions
• Shredded Lettuce
• Sour Cream
• Fresh Cilantro
• Shredded Cheese (pick your favorite)
• Chopped Bell Peppers

How to Prepare Shrimp Burrito Bowls in Advance

My favorite part about adding these bowls to my meal plan is the fact I can make them ahead of time, which is great for meal prep. You can season the shrimp and store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. You can also prepare the rice up to 3 days in advance and simply reheat when ready to assemble. Or, you can chop your veggies and toppings making it easy to assemble and top when ready.

Storing Leftovers

If you have leftovers and want to save them for lunch or dinner the next day, you can place them in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 4 days. When ready to eat, reheat shrimp burrito bowls in the microwave for 1 minute 20 seconds, or until warmed through.

More Easy Recipes to try

Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas– perfect for a quick and delicious dinner. Simply toss all the ingredients onto a sheet pan and let the oven do the work.

Shrimp and Vegetable Sheet Pan Stir Fry– packed with flavor and nutrients. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal!

Sheet Pan Beef and Broccoli– quick, easy, and perfect for a busy weeknight meal. With tender beef, crisp broccoli, and a savory sauce, it's sure to become a family favorite.

Ground Beef Sheet Pan Quesadillas– made with taco seasoned meat, black beans, green chilies, and cheese for a delicious and satisfying meal. Ready in only 40 minutes, these are perfect for a busy weeknight dinner!

Sizzling Steak Burrito Bowls– comes together in no time and is packed with flavor! Perfect for busy weeknights or weekend grilling!

If you give these shrimp burrito bowls a try, I'd love to hear what you think! Whether you're meal prepping for the week or whipping up a quick dinner, these easy shrimp bowls are sure to be a hit. Don't forget to leave a comment, star rating, and share on Instagram/Facebook or pin this recipe to spread the love.