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Shrimp Poke Bowl with Pickled Cucumber

Shrimp Poke Bowl with Pickled Cucumber : 15-Minute Protein-Packed Dinner


  • Author: Emily Walker
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 2 1x

Description

This Shrimp Poke Bowl is everything you want in a light but satisfying meal — juicy sautéed shrimp, crisp pickled cucumbers, edamame, pineapple chunks, and creamy avocado all layered over warm brown rice. Finished with a sweet and tangy honey soy dressing and a sprinkle of sesame seeds, this bowl brings vibrant textures and bold flavor in just 15 minutes. A colorful, protein-rich bowl that’s just as good for meal prep as it is for your weeknight dinner lineup.


Ingredients

Scale

For the Bowl:

1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined

1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil

2 cups cooked brown rice (warm or room temperature)

½ cup edamame, shelled

½ cup diced pineapple

½ avocado, diced

½ cup pickled cucumber salad (or quick-pickled cucumbers)

2 green onions, thinly sliced

Sesame seeds for garnish

Sriracha or chili crisp (optional)

For the Honey Soy Dressing:

2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce

1 tablespoon rice vinegar

1 tablespoon honey

1 teaspoon sesame oil

1 clove garlic, minced

1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger


Instructions

Sauté the Shrimp: Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Set aside.

Mix the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, vinegar, honey, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger.

Assemble the Bowls: In each bowl, layer brown rice, shrimp, edamame, pineapple, avocado, and pickled cucumber.

Drizzle & Garnish: Spoon the honey soy dressing over the top. Garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, and a drizzle of sriracha if desired.

Serve Immediately: Enjoy fresh or store in the fridge for a quick grab-and-go meal.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes

Nutrition

  • Calories: 346 / Serving
  • Sugar: 7g / Serving
  • Fat: 16g / Serving
  • Carbohydrates: 28g / Serving
  • Fiber: 5g / Serving
  • Protein: 23g / Serving