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Shrimp Taco Meal Prep

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Total 30 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Serves 6 servings

By: Mariam Ezzeddine  |  September 25, 2020This post may contain affiliate links, read my disclosure policy for details

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If you are trying to step up your meal prep game, don’t miss out on this delicious Shrimp Taco Meal Prep recipe because it’s a game changer! It’s very flavorful, healthy and very easy to put together.

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Light, satisfying and super tasty, Shrimp Taco Meal Prep bowls are perfect for a delicious lunch. Spicy lime shrimp nestled with black beans, corn, rice and cheese makes for an easy meal prep option that everyone will love!

Looking for more shrimp recipes? Why not also try my Creamy Cajun Shrimp Pasta and my Teriyaki Shrimps!

Why you’ll love this Shrimp Taco Meal Prep

  • Delicious shrimp. Juicy shrimp is spritzed in lime and coated with paprika and taco seasoning – so good!
  • A healthy lunch. Protein packed shrimp, black beans and golden corn come together for a nutritious and delicious meal.
  • An easy meal prep idea. These shrimp taco bowls come together so easily.

Ingredients you’ll need

  • Shrimp
  • Seasoning – taco seasoning, paprika, salt and pepper
  • Lime Juice
  • Olive Oil
  • Black Beans
  • Veggies – corn, green onions
  • Shredded Cheese
  • Taco Ranch (optional)

How to make this Shrimp Taco Meal Prep Bowl

  • Marinate the shrimp – Mix your marinade ingredients and add the shrimp. Ideally marinate for 20 mins.
  • Pan sear – In a skillet with oil, pan sear the shrimp for 3-4 mins.
  • Assemble – place all the ingredients in 6 meal prep bowl.
  • Store in the fridge until ready to eat.
Shrimp in a grill pan.

Recipe notes and tips

  • Ideally marinate the shrimp in the fridge for 20 mins, but this is not essential.
  • The shrimp are done when they turn opaque and form a ‘C’ shape.
  • Pan sear the shrimps or grill them if you have an easy outdoor grill set up.
  • Keep an eye on the shrimp as they cook! You don’t want to overcook them and they turn rubbery.
  • Cook the rice according to package directions before getting started on the shrimp so it cooks while you are preparing the shrimp.
  • Top the shrimps with some chopped green onions to add in some more fresh flavors
  • To spice things up, you can add in some crushed red pepper flakes.

FAQ’s

What’s the best shrimp to use?

I love using raw jumbo shrimps but any size of shrimps work. I prefer raw over cooked shrimps for all my recipes, so make that a priority if you can. Let the shrimp marinate in the fridge for 20 minutes if you have time before cooking.

How to assemble these Shrimp Taco Meal Prep Bowls

What makes this meal prep bowl so delicious is the combination of things that go with it. You can assemble it with whatever you want but I found this to be the perfect combination for the recipe. I paired my shrimps with brown rice, shredded Mexican cheese, black beans and corn.

Top the shrimps with some chopped green onions to add in some flavors. You can replace the brown rice with lettuce if you want a lower carb version of this meal prep.

Start by dividing the 6 rice among the four meal prep containers, filling about half of each container. Then, portion out your cooked shrimp next to the rice. Place the beans, corn and cheese in four rows or pies, next to the shrimp and rich. Each ingredient should have its pile/row. 

Dressing for these Taco Meal Prep bowls

Another thing you can add to really add some flavor to this meal prep is to use some sort of creamy dressing of your choice. I lightly add some Taco Ranch to mine sometimes and I absolutely love the Ortega Taco Ranch.  I have tried many dressings and I am super picky but this ones is truly so delicious and it’s perfect with salads as well.

Overhead shot Shrimp Taco Meal Prep bowls.

Other recipes you might like

  • Creamy Southwest Shrimp Pasta
  • Shrimp Taco Bowl
  • Beef Taco Pasta Recipe
  • Teriyaki Shrimps

I hope you enjoy all the recipes I share with you, including this delicious Shrimp Taco Meal Prep recipe. I hope you try it, enjoy it, rate it and share it with your friends and family!

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Shrimp Taco Meal Prep

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An easy and delicious meal prep recipe to add to your weekly meal prep plans.
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Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Total Time 30 mins
Course Entree
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 6 servings
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Ingredients

  • 2 lbs. shrimp
  • 2 tbsps. taco seasoning
  • 1 tsp. paprika
  • 3 tbsps. lime juice
  • 4 tbsps. olive oil 1 tbsp. for searing
  • 1 tbsps. minced garlic
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1 tbsp. black pepper
  • 1 1/2 cup black beans
  • 1 cup shredded Mexican Cheese
  • 1 1/2 cup corn
  • 3 cups brown rice cooked
  • chopped green onions (optional)
  • Taco Ranch optional

Instructions

  • Marinate shrimp with olive oil, garlic, paprika, lime juice, taco seasoning, salt and black pepper. Let them marinate in the fridge for 20 minute if time permits, but not required.
  • Heat 1 tbsp. of olive oil in a non-stick pan and pan sear the shrimps on each side for 3-4 minutes, until they get gold and cook fully.
  • Remove from heat and cover with aluminum foil for 5 minutes.
  • Assemble the shrimp with remainder of the ingredients in 6 meal prep bowl. Store in fridge for up to 3 days.

Notes

  • Ideally marinate the shrimp in the fridge for 20 mins, but this is not essential.
  • The shrimp are done when they turn opaque and form a ‘C’ shape.
  • Pan sear the shrimps or grill them if you have an easy outdoor grill set up.
  • Keep an eye on the shrimp as they cook! You don’t want to overcook them and they turn rubbery.
  • Cook the rice according to package directions before getting started on the shrimp so it cooks while you are preparing the shrimp.
  • Top the shrimps with some chopped green onions to add in some more fresh flavors
  • To spice things up, you can add in some crushed red pepper flakes.
  • If you are a heavy eater and need more macro, double up the quantity.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 454kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 40.7g | Fat: 17.4g | Saturated Fat: 5.2g | Sodium: 993.4mg | Sugar: 0.5g
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