Description
A fresh and vibrant dish featuring succulent honey lime shrimp layered over seasoned rice and creamy avocado, perfect for a light and flavorful meal.
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp lime juice (about 1 lime)
- 1 tsp lime zest
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 cups cooked white rice
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 avocados, sliced
- Optional: lime wedges and extra cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey, lime juice, lime zest, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Place shrimp in a bowl, pour half the honey lime mixture over them, and toss to coat. Reserve the remaining mixture.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove from heat.
- In a separate bowl, fluff the cooked rice and stir in the reserved honey lime mixture and chopped cilantro.
- To assemble, place a serving ring or mold on a plate. Add a layer of the seasoned rice, then a layer of avocado slices, and top with the honey lime shrimp. Press gently.
- Carefully remove the ring. Garnish with lime wedges and extra cilantro if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste. For extra heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the honey lime marinade.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Method: Main
- Cuisine: American