Mexican Grilled Shrimp and Rice Bowl

Turn taco night into Mexican bowl night with this simple, vibrant recipe!

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Mexican Grilled Shrimp and Rice Bowl

Cooking time
PREP TIME 10 mins
Cooking time
COOK TIME 15 mins
Servings
SERVES 4
Ready in
TOTAL TIME 25 mins

Ingredients

  • 1 bag Success® Brown Rice
  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tbsp olive oil, divided
  • 1 1/2 tbsp taco seasoning
  • 4 wood or metal skewers (if using wood, presoak in water)
  • 3 cups tri-color coleslaw mix
  • 1 jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup cilantro, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 can seasoned black beans
  • 1 avocado (optional)
  • 1 small lime, sliced into 4 wedges (optional)

Instructions

  • A wealth of seasonings and the kiss of a grill turn a medley of simple ingredients into a veritable fiesta in these weeknight-friendly bowls.  

  • Step 1 

    Preheat grill. Prepare rice according to package directions.  

  • Step 2 

    Place shrimp in a bowl. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil and taco seasoning. Toss until shrimp are fully coated. Skewer the shrimp, using 5 to 6 shrimp per skewer. 

  • Step 3 

    Place coleslaw mix in a bowl. Add jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, salt and remaining olive oil. Mix well. Set aside. 

  • Step 4 

    Heat the beans in a pot over medium heat, stirring occasionally.  

  • Step 5 

    Over high heat, grill shrimp for 2 minutes per side. 

  • Step 6 

    Divide rice between four bowls. Top each with beans, slaw mixture and a shrimp skewer. 

  • Step 7 

    Garnish with avocado and lime, if using.