Margaritaville Jerk Shrimp Bowl with Grilled Vegetables, Pineapple and Cilantro Lime Rice🦐
Looking for a quick and easy tropical-inspired dinner? This Jerk Shrimp Bowl combines spicy Margaritaville Jerk Shrimp with charred grilled vegetables, sweet pineapple, and flavorful cilantro lime rice. It's a simple weeknight meal that tastes like a mini Caribbean vacation and comes together in about 30 minutes.
Ingredients
For the Bowl
- 1 box Margaritaville Jerk Shrimp
- 1 package (8 oz) Vigo Cilantro Lime Rice
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 red onion, chopped
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes
- 2/3 cup fresh pineapple, chopped
- 1/2 tablespoon butter
- Olive oil spray
Equipment
- Charcoal grill such as a Kamado Joe or Weber Kettle
- Grill basket
- Medium skillet
- Small saucepan
Directions
1. Preheat the Grill
Light your charcoal grill and bring the temperature to approximately 400°F.
2. Prepare the Vegetables
Chop the onion, green pepper, and pineapple into bite-sized pieces. Place them in a grill basket along with the cherry tomatoes. Lightly spray everything with olive oil spray and toss to coat.
3. Cook the Rice
Bring 2 cups of water to a boil in a small saucepan. Stir in the Vigo Cilantro Lime Rice and butter. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook according to package directions (about 10–15 minutes). Remove from heat and let sit covered until ready to serve.
4. Grill the Vegetables
Place the grill basket over direct heat. Cook for 10–15 minutes, stirring every 3–4 minutes, until the vegetables are tender and develop a light char. The pineapple should begin to caramelize slightly.
5. Cook the Shrimp
While the vegetables are grilling, heat a skillet over medium heat. Add the frozen Margaritaville Jerk Shrimp and cook according to package directions, about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until the shrimp are fully cooked and coated in the flavorful jerk sauce.
6. Assemble the Bowls
Start with a generous scoop of cilantro lime rice. Top with the grilled peppers, onions, tomatoes, and pineapple. Add the jerk shrimp and drizzle any remaining sauce from the skillet over the bowl.
7. Enjoy!
Serve immediately and enjoy the perfect balance of spicy, sweet, smoky, and citrus flavors.
Tips
- For extra heat, add sliced jalapeños
- Grilling the pineapple brings out its natural sweetness and helps balance the spice from the jerk shrimp.
- Leftovers make an excellent lunch the next day.
Final Thoughts
This Margaritaville Jerk Shrimp Bowl is one of those easy meals that feels much more impressive than the effort required. The combination of smoky grilled vegetables, sweet pineapple, zesty cilantro lime rice, and spicy jerk shrimp creates a flavorful bowl that's perfect for busy weeknights, summer cookouts, or whenever you're craving a taste of the islands.
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