Cauliflower Rice Sushi Bowls with Shrimp, Zucchini, and Avocado
Ingredients
- 1 bag cauliflower rice
(You can use fresh or frozen cauliflower rice. If using fresh, grate a head of cauliflower into rice-sized pieces.) - 1 medium zucchini, sliced
(You can slice into rounds or half-moons for easier sautéing.) - 12-16 medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
(Feel free to adjust the number of shrimp depending on how many bowls you’re making.) - 1 tablespoon olive oil
(To toss the shrimp in for air frying.) - Butter for sautéing
(About 1 tablespoon to cook the zucchini.) - 1 avocado, sliced
(For that creamy texture that pairs perfectly with the rest of the ingredients.) - Yum yum sauce (store-bought or homemade)
(Drizzle as much as you like over the finished bowls.) - Optional seasonings:
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- Garlic powder (for seasoning shrimp)
- Sesame seeds or everything bagel seasoning (for garnishing the bowls)
Instructions
- Prepare the cauliflower rice:
- If using frozen cauliflower rice, microwave it according to the package instructions (usually about 5-7 minutes).
- For fresh cauliflower, microwave it in a covered bowl for about 4-5 minutes until tender, or sauté it in a pan with a little olive oil for a lightly toasted flavor.
- Sauté the zucchini:
- Heat 1 tablespoon of butter in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add the sliced zucchini and sauté for about 4-5 minutes, until the zucchini is tender and slightly browned on the edges.
- Season with a pinch of salt and pepper to taste. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Cook the shrimp in the air fryer:
- Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- Toss the shrimp in 1 tablespoon olive oil and season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper (or your favorite seafood seasoning).
- Arrange the shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Cook for 12 minutes, flipping halfway through until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.
- Slice the avocado:
- While the shrimp are cooking, slice your avocado into thin slices or cubes.
- Assemble the sushi bowls:
- Divide the prepared cauliflower rice among your serving bowls.
- Top each bowl with a portion of sautéed zucchini, air-fried shrimp, and sliced avocado.
- Drizzle generously with yum yum sauce.
- For a finishing touch, sprinkle with sesame seeds or everything bagel seasoning if desired.
- Serve and enjoy:
- Enjoy these sushi bowls immediately while the shrimp are still warm and everything is fresh!
These bowls are a light, healthy alternative to traditional sushi and super easy to customize! You could even add extras like cucumbers, pickled ginger, or seaweed for an extra sushi vibe. So glad you enjoyed them! 😋