Description
This Honey Lime Shrimp & Avocado Rice Stack is a fresh, flavorful dish combining tender shrimp marinated in a zesty honey lime sauce, creamy avocado, and fluffy jasmine rice. Topped with a vibrant cilantro garlic yogurt sauce, this quick and easy meal is perfect for a healthy lunch or dinner, ready in just 25 minutes.
Ingredients
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Shrimp Marinade
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons honey
- Zest and juice of 1 lime
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Rice Layer
- 2 cups cooked white or jasmine rice
Avocado Layer
- 2 ripe avocados, diced
- 1 tablespoon lime juice (for avocado)
Cilantro Garlic Yogurt Sauce
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 tablespoon lemon or lime juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt, to taste
Instructions
- Marinate the Shrimp: In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, honey, lime zest, lime juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Add the peeled and deveined shrimp and toss to fully coat. Let the shrimp marinate for 10 to 15 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Cook the Shrimp: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated shrimp and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side until they turn pink and are cooked through. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Prepare the Avocado: In a small bowl, gently toss the diced avocados with lime juice and a pinch of salt. This keeps the avocado fresh and adds a bright flavor.
- Make the Sauce: In a blender or food processor, blend together plain Greek yogurt, fresh cilantro, garlic clove, lemon or lime juice, olive oil, and salt until smooth and creamy. This sauce will add a cooling, tangy finish to the dish.
- Assemble the Stack: On each plate, place a layer of cooked rice, then top with the lime-tossed avocado, followed by the cooked shrimp. Stack them neatly for an attractive presentation.
- Serve: Drizzle the cilantro garlic yogurt sauce generously over the shrimp stacks before serving for extra flavor and creaminess.
Notes
- The shrimp can be substituted with cooked chicken or tofu for a different protein option.
- Use jasmine rice for its fragrant aroma, but any long-grain rice will work.
- To save time, prepare the rice ahead of time.
- Gently toss the avocado to prevent mashing and keep the pieces intact.
- For extra heat, add a pinch of chili flakes to the shrimp marinade.
- This dish is best served immediately to enjoy the texture contrasts.
