One-Pan Shrimp Fajita Bowl with Bell Peppers and Zucchini

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-08 · Updated 2026-05-08

A quick, protein-packed shrimp fajita bowl cooked on one pan with colorful bell peppers and zucchini, seasoned with smoky spices and fresh lime juice. This Mexican-inspired Whole30 recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs large shrimp, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a Whole30 week and pairs well with roasted sweet potato or a simple olive-oil 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 large shrimp
• 1 large, sliced into 1/2-inch strips red bell pepper
• 1 large, sliced into 1/2-inch strips yellow bell pepper
• 1 medium, sliced into 1/2-inch half-moons zucchini
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp chili powder
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
• 1/4 cup chopped, for garnish fresh cilantro

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a large bowl, toss 1 lb peeled and deveined shrimp, 1 large sliced red bell pepper, 1 large sliced yellow bell pepper, and 1 medium sliced zucchini with 3 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper until evenly coated.
2. Step 2: Spread the shrimp and vegetables in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet. Roast for 12-15 minutes until the shrimp are opaque and cooked through and the vegetables are tender with slightly charred edges.
3. Step 3: Remove the pan from the oven and immediately drizzle 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice over everything, tossing lightly to combine and infuse brightness.
4. Step 4: Garnish with 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro before serving to add a fresh herbal note.