Spicy Shrimp and Mango Salsa Bowls with Avocado Lime Dressing

Ingredients:

• For the Shrimp:
  • 1 lb peeled and deveined shrimp
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp cumin powder
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
• For the Mango Salsa:
  • 1 ripe mango, diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1/2 red onion, diced
  • 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced (adjust to your spice preference)
  • 1 tbsp chopped cilantro
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
• For the Avocado Lime Dressing:
  • ½ ripe avocado
  • ¼ cup lime juice
  • 2 tbsp water
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Cook the Shrimp: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add cumin, paprika, and cayenne pepper (if using), season with salt and pepper. Cook shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side, until pink and opaque.

2. Prepare the Mango Salsa: Combine diced mango, bell pepper, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Mix well.

3. Make the Avocado Lime Dressing: Blend avocado, lime juice, water, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a food processor until smooth and creamy. Adjust consistency with additional water if needed.

4. Assemble the Bowls: Divide cooked shrimp evenly among serving bowls. Top with mango salsa and drizzle generously with avocado lime dressing.

5. Serve immediately and enjoy!