Tasty and Delicious Shrimp & Rice Bowl with Pineapple Salsa

Ingredients

• 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
• 1 cup mixed vegetables (bell peppers, peas, carrots)
• 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced
• 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional)
• 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
• Juice of 1 lime
• Salt to taste

Instructions

1. In a medium bowl, combine the diced pineapple, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Mix well and set aside to let the flavors meld together.
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds or until fragrant.
3. Add the shrimp to the skillet and sprinkle with paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side until the shrimp are pink and opaque.
4. While the shrimp are cooking, heat the cooked rice in a separate pot or microwave. In the same skillet used for the shrimp, add mixed vegetables and sauté until just tender.
5. To serve, layer the cooked rice in bowls, top with sautéed vegetables, and add the shrimp. Finish with a generous scoop of fresh pineapple salsa on top.

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