This Chimichurri Shrimp Bowl is a fresh, vibrant, and healthy dish that combines juicy shrimp with chimichurri sauce’s bold, zesty flavors. Served with creamy avocado, ripe tomatoes, and fluffy rice, it’s a quick and delicious meal perfect for a light lunch or dinner.

A bowl of shrimp with green sauce, rice, avocado slices, diced tomatoes, and lime wedges.

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Chimichurri Shrimp Bowl

The Chimichurri Shrimp Bowl will likely have a fresh, zesty, and savory taste. Here’s a breakdown of the flavors you can expect:

Fresh & Herbaceous: The chimichurri sauce made with cilantro, garlic, and lime juice will bring a fresh, bright, and herbaceous flavor that matches the shrimp beautifully.
Savory & Garlicky: The combination of garlic and shallot in the chimichurri sauce adds a savory depth that enhances the shrimp’s natural sweetness.
Zesty: The lime juice in the chimichurri sauce will bring a zesty tang that balances out the richness of the avocado and the savory shrimp.
Creamy: The avocado adds a creamy texture that complements the crunch of the fresh tomatoes and the fluffy rice.
Juicy & Tender: The shrimp, cooked just right, will be tender and juicy, providing a satisfying bite with every mouthful.

A bowl with rice, shrimp, avocado slices, diced tomatoes, lime wedges, and green sauce on top.

Ingredients

The full recipe for Chimichurri Shrimp Bowl with ingredient amounts and instructions is at the bottom of this post. You can save a tree and the recipe to your personal and private recipe box here on Call Me PMc. This way, you’ll never misplace it.

shrimp
sea salt
ground black pepper
oil

Chimichurri Sauce

Chimichurri Sauce is also really good served over flatiron steak.

cilantro
olive oil
garlic cloves
shallot
lime juice
Salt
Pepper

To Serve

tomato
avocado
cooked rice

Ingredients on a countertop: shrimp, rice, avocado, lime, tomato, garlic, cilantro, onion, salt, pepper, and olive oil.

Chimichurri Shrimp Bowl Instructions

Step 1: Season the Shrimp
Season the shrimp with sea salt and black pepper.

Step 2: Cook the Shrimp
Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear the shrimp for 3-4 minutes, or until they are fully cooked through and opaque. Once cooked, switch off the heat.

Step 3: Prepare the Chimichurri Sauce
In a bowl, combine chopped cilantro, olive oil, garlic, shallot, and lime juice. Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper to taste. Mix well.

Step 4: Assemble the Bowl
In a bowl, add 2 cups of cooked rice as the base. Top with diced tomato, sliced avocado, and the cooked shrimp. Drizzle the chimichurri sauce over the shrimp and rice.

Step 5: Serve
Serve immediately and enjoy your Chimichurri Shrimp Bowl!

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Cooking and Serving Tips:

For More Flavor: Marinate the shrimp in some of the chimichurri sauce for 15-30 minutes before cooking.
Rice Options: For a healthier option, use brown rice or cauliflower rice instead of white rice.
Grill the Shrimp: For a smoky flavor, grill the shrimp instead of searing them in a skillet.
Customize the Toppings: Feel free to add extras like sliced red onion, corn kernels, or black beans for more texture and flavor.

How to Store Enjoy Chimichurri Shrimp Bowl

Store any leftover shrimp and chimichurri sauce in separate airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
For best results, keep the rice and shrimp separate to prevent sogginess.

A skillet filled with cooked shrimp garnished with green herbs. A person holds a fork, poised to pick up a shrimp.

Freezing & Reheating a Chimichurri Shrimp Bowl Meal

To freeze, store the cooked shrimp in a single layer on a baking sheet, freeze for 1-2 hours until solid, and then transfer them to a freezer-safe container or bag for up to 2 months.
You can freeze the chimichurri sauce for up to 1 month. When ready to use, thaw in the fridge overnight.
To reheat the shrimp, warm them gently in a skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
You can also microwave the shrimp and rice in a covered dish for 1-2 minutes, but be careful not to overcook the shrimp.

A bowl of rice topped with shrimp, avocado slices, diced tomatoes, and green sauce, garnished with lime wedges. A fork is placed in the bowl, and garlic and sauce are nearby.

A plate with shrimp, avocado, chopped tomatoes, white rice, and chimichurri sauce, garnished with lime wedges.

Chimichurri Shrimp Bowl

This Chimichurri Shrimp Bowl is a fresh, vibrant, and healthy dish that combines juicy shrimp with chimichurri sauce's bold, zesty flavors.

Author: Paula

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Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 10

Servings: 4 servings

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Ingredients

1 pound shrimp deveined and peeled (about 16 oz / 450 g)
¼ teaspoon sea salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons oil

Chimichurri Sauce

2 cups cilantro finely chopped (about 2 oz / 60 g)
½ cup olive oil about 4 fl oz / 120 ml
3 cloves garlic peeled and finely minced
1 medium shallot peeled and finely minced
2 teaspoons lime juice
Salt to taste
Ground black pepper to taste

To Serve

1 cup tomato diced (about 5.5 oz / 155 g)
1 medium avocado sliced
2 cups rice about 12 oz / 340 g, cooked

Instructions

Season the Shrimp

Season the shrimp with sea salt and black pepper.
1 pound shrimp, ¼ teaspoon sea salt, ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Cook the Shrimp

Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear the shrimp for 3-4 minutes, or until they are fully cooked through and opaque. Once cooked, switch off the heat.
2 tablespoons oil

Prepare the Chimichurri Sauce

In a bowl, combine chopped cilantro, olive oil, garlic, shallot, and lime juice. Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper to taste. Mix well.
2 cups cilantro, ½ cup olive oil, 3 cloves garlic, 1 medium shallot, 2 teaspoons lime juice, Salt, Ground black pepper

Assemble the Bowl

In a bowl, add 2 cups of cooked rice as the base. Top with diced tomato, sliced avocado, and the cooked shrimp. Drizzle the chimichurri sauce over the shrimp and rice.
1 cup tomato, 1 medium avocado, 2 cups rice