Citrus-Glazed Shrimp & Avocado Rice Bowl
A vibrant bowl with succulent shrimp, fluffy rice, creamy avocado, and a zesty citrus glaze for a refreshing 20-minute meal. This asian-inspired seafood (gluten-free) ready in about 20 minutes pairs shrimp, jasmine rice, avocado for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 lb, peeled and deveined shrimp
- 1 cup, uncooked jasmine rice
- 1, diced avocado
- 1, juiced lime
- 1, juiced orange
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp brown sugar
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 2 tbsp, chopped fresh cilantro
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Instructions
- Step 1: Cook 1 cup uncooked jasmine rice according to package instructions until fluffy and tender, then let cool slightly.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 1 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp brown sugar, 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, and the juices of 1 lime and 1 orange until sugar dissolves.
- Step 3: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 lb shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until opaque and slightly pink, then add 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 4: Pour the citrus glaze into the skillet with shrimp, stirring to coat. Simmer for 1 minute until the sauce thickens slightly and clings to the shrimp.
- Step 5: Divide cooked rice between bowls, top with shrimp and sauce, then add 1 diced avocado and 2 tbsp chopped cilantro. Serve immediately while warm.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Citrus-Glazed Shrimp & Avocado Rice Bowl take to make?
Total time is about 20 minutes (10 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Citrus-Glazed Shrimp & Avocado Rice Bowl?
Refrigerate in a covered airtight container for up to 3–4 days (FDA FoodKeeper guideline for cooked fish). Store any fresh salsa or citrus-based garnish in a separate container — it keeps for up to 2 days. Freeze cooked fish (without fresh garnishes) for up to 3 months; thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat gently at 275°F until just warmed through to preserve texture.
Can I substitute ingredients in Citrus-Glazed Shrimp & Avocado Rice Bowl?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Citrus-Glazed Shrimp & Avocado Rice Bowl for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Citrus-Glazed Shrimp & Avocado Rice Bowl gluten-free?
Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Made with what I had on hand and it still came out great.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
