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This Honey Garlic Shrimp and Cilantro Lime Rice Bowl is packed with tender shrimp, seasoned with a sweet honey garlic sauce and nestled on top of zesty cilantro lime rice. It's ready in less than 30 minutes and bursting with flavor! #shrimp #shrimprecipe #rice #ricebowl #cilantrolimerice #honeygarlic #seafoodrecipe #easydinner

This Honey Garlic Shrimp and Cilantro Lime Rice Bowl is packed with tender shrimp, seasoned with a sweet honey garlic sauce and nestled on top of zesty cilantro lime rice. It’s ready in less than 30 minutes and bursting with flavor!

This Honey Garlic Shrimp and Cilantro Lime Rice Bowl is packed with tender shrimp, seasoned with a sweet honey garlic sauce and nestled on top of zesty cilantro lime rice. It's ready in just 20 minutes and bursting with flavor!

Labor Day weekend is almost upon us, which signals the unofficial end of summer. I know I’m about the eleven-millionth person to mention this, but I feel like I just have to get it out there. But I’m trying not to dwell on the time. One of the good things about living in the midwest is that we get to experience every season in full. And fall just happens to be my favorite.

So I’m trying to see summer ending and fall beginning as a positive change and not think about the fact that the colder temperatures are on its way. Nope, I’m not going to think about that.

Instead, let’s talk about this Honey Garlic Shrimp and Cilantro Lime Rice Bowl. Quite a mouthful (pun intended), isn’t it?

This Honey Garlic Shrimp and Cilantro Lime Rice Bowl is packed with tender shrimp, seasoned with a sweet honey garlic sauce and nestled on top of zesty cilantro lime rice. It's ready in less than 30 minutes and bursting with flavor!

So, let’s get back to this Honey Garlic Shrimp and Cilantro Lime Rice Bowl.

It showcases my love for shrimp (and garlic) and my adoration for anything with cilantro. It’s also make the most delicious 30 minute meal (sshhh it’s actually ready in 25 minutes!) that’s perfect for busy weeknights.

This Honey Garlic Shrimp and Cilantro Lime Rice Bowl is packed with tender shrimp, seasoned with a sweet honey garlic sauce and nestled on top of zesty cilantro lime rice. It’s ready in less than 30 minutes and bursting with flavor!

And because there is minimal prep work involved, that means you can whip up this meal in no time. And that means less time in the kitchen, which is always a winner in my book!

This Honey Garlic Shrimp and Cilantro Lime Rice Bowl is packed with tender shrimp, seasoned with a sweet honey garlic sauce and nestled on top of zesty cilantro lime rice. It's ready in less than 30 minutes and bursting with flavor!

Let’s first talk about the honey garlic sauce. Man, oh man, is it good! I love honey and I love garlic (as you probably know by now), so it was a no-brainer to throw these two together. To make this sauce, simply combine some olive oil, honey, lemon juice, soy sauce, and garlic powder. Toss the shrimp in there and then sautee in a skillet until the shrimp is opaque. Easy peasy, right?

  Now for the cilantro lime rice! Prepare the rice like normal, adding it to boiling water and then letting it stand for five minutes to thicken. Once it’s ready, toss in some cilantro, salt, garlic powder, and lime juice. Voila! This rice is ready to be paired with the honey garlic shrimp.

This Honey Garlic Shrimp and Cilantro Lime Rice Bowl makes the most flavorful, delicious meal that is ready in no time! The flavors blend together to create a sweet and zesty combo that sure to be a meal-time winner in your house!

This Honey Garlic Shrimp and Cilantro Lime Rice Bowl is packed with tender shrimp, seasoned with a sweet honey garlic sauce and nestled on top of zesty cilantro lime rice. It's ready in just 20 minutes and bursting with flavor!

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This Honey Garlic Shrimp and Cilantro Lime Rice Bowl is packed with tender shrimp, seasoned with a sweet honey garlic sauce and nestled on top of zesty cilantro lime rice. It's ready in just 20 minutes and bursting with flavor!
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Honey Garlic Shrimp and Cilantro Lime Rice Bowl

This Honey Garlic Shrimp and Cilantro Lime Rice Bowl is packed with tender shrimp, seasoned with a sweet honey garlic sauce and nestled on top of zesty cilantro lime rice. It's ready in less than 30 minutes and bursting with flavor!
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Keyword seafood recipe, shrimp recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 2 bowls

Ingredients

FOR THE RICE

  • 1 cup long-grain white rice uncooked
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 tablespoons freshly chopped cilantro
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • juice of one lime

FOR THE SHRIMP

  • 1 pound shrimp fresh or frozen
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons soy sauce
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

  • To prepare the rice, bring water to a boil in a medium pot. Add the rice, cover, and let stand for 5 minutes, or until water is absorbed. Remove cover and fluff rice with a fork.
  • Add cilantro, salt, garlic powder, and lime juice. Lightly stir to combine. Set aside.
  • To make the shrimp, combine the olive oil, honey, lemon juice, soy sauce, and garlic in a large bowl. Add shrimp and lightly toss to coat.
  • Pour shrimp mixture into a large skillet. Sear shrimp until browned and opaque, about 3-4 minutes on each side.
  • Remove from skillet. Top cilantro lime rice with shrimp and drizzle with extra sauce, if desired. Serve immediately.
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By Gayle | September 3, 2015

Comments

  1. Dannii @ Hungry Healthy Happy says

    September 3, 2015 at 3:38 am

    Honey and garlic shrimp sounds perfect Gayle. I just love shrimp, as it is so easy to cook and makes the perfect meal under 30 minutes, like this one.
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      September 3, 2015 at 10:05 am

      Thanks, Dannii! I love shrimp too...the flavor combinations are endless!
      Reply
  2. Mir says

    September 3, 2015 at 5:29 am

    Cilantro lime rice is huge in my house. I think my husband wants it every day. And this looks like a great bowl!
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      September 3, 2015 at 10:06 am

      Thank you, Mir!
      Reply
  3. Alice @ Hip Foodie Mom says

    September 3, 2015 at 7:15 am

    Gayle, fall is my favorite season too!! and oh, I love this! 30 minute Thursday! what a great idea!!! love your honey garlic shrimp cilantro lime bowl and will definitely be checking out the others too!
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      September 3, 2015 at 10:07 am

      Thanks, Alice! I love making comfort foods, especially in the fall. And you just can't beat 30 minute meals! :)
      Reply
  4. Medha @ Whisk & Shout says

    September 3, 2015 at 7:28 am

    This looks delicious! Love the cilantro lime rice :)
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      September 3, 2015 at 10:07 am

      Thanks, Medha! Cilantro lime rice is my favorite!
      Reply
  5. Kristine | Kristine's Kitchen says

    September 3, 2015 at 7:42 am

    The combination of the honey and garlic on the shrimp sounds fantastic! I love that you took the extra step to make the cilantro lime rice. Just a few minutes adds that much more flavor!
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      September 3, 2015 at 10:09 am

      Thanks for the kind words, Kristine! Yes, a little extra flavor makes this bowl SO good!
      Reply
  6. Christin@SpicySouthernKitchen says

    September 3, 2015 at 7:46 am

    Love 30 minute meals and how quick and easy shrimp are to cook! Looks delicious!
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      September 3, 2015 at 10:11 am

      Thanks, Christin! This shrimp makes the perfect 30 minute meal!
      Reply
  7. Kelly - Life Made Sweeter says

    September 3, 2015 at 7:54 am

    This honey garlic shrimp looks incredible, Gayle! I love the zesty flavors and it sounds awesome with the cilantro lime rice! So bright, easy and perfect for weeknights!
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      September 3, 2015 at 10:12 am

      Thanks, Kelly! This is a favorite 30 minute meal of mine!
      Reply
  8. Neelis @ Neeli's Unique Creations says

    September 3, 2015 at 10:15 am

    My fiance would love this dish because shrimp is one of his favorite foods. I want to eat shellfish, too, but I'm not sure if I can. I tried shrimp with cocktail sauce once when I was a teenager and was fine, but I had shrimp fried rice another time and my chest started feeling weird. Maybe the shrimp fried rice had large amounts of MSG or something. Anyway, I like the idea of 30 minute meals because I know what it feels like to be in the kitchen all day.
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      September 3, 2015 at 10:48 am

      Sounds like this would be a perfect meal for your fiance, Neeli! That's too bad that you're allergic to shrimp, but chicken would also make a great substitute in this dish!
      Reply
  9. Mariah @ Mariah's Pleasing Plates says

    September 3, 2015 at 10:19 am

    I LOVEEE this honey garlic shrimp! It looks amazing! Perfect weeknight dinner Gayle! And your photos are gorgeous!! Pinned!
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      September 3, 2015 at 10:49 am

      Thanks so much for the shrimp love and pin, Mariah!
      Reply
  10. Denise | Sweet Peas & Saffron says

    September 3, 2015 at 10:21 am

    Yay! I love this series! These shrimp look amazing, and the rice sounds so delicious!
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      September 3, 2015 at 10:51 am

      Thanks, Denise!
      Reply
  11. Stacey @ Bake.Eat.Repeat. says

    September 3, 2015 at 10:23 am

    Shrimp, cilantro, garlic - those are some of my favourite things, so I definitely need to make this soon! Looks amazing! Pinned!
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      September 3, 2015 at 10:53 am

      Thanks, Stacey! Hope you love this dish if you try it!
      Reply
  12. Cailee says

    September 3, 2015 at 10:52 am

    Well doesn't this look healthy and nourishing! I love love LOVE one dish meals! They're just so lovely and satisfying! Thanks for sharing :)
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      September 3, 2015 at 12:08 pm

      Thanks for the kind words, Cailee! One dish meals are my favorite, too!
      Reply
  13. Cyndi - My Kitchen Craze says

    September 3, 2015 at 11:02 am

    This looks like the perfect light dinner that we needed last night. With all the moving and packing I don't have time to cook, but this look perfect to whip up. Gonna have to make this within the next few crazy weeks! :)
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      September 3, 2015 at 12:09 pm

      Thanks, Cyndi! This would definitely be a perfect meal in between all that moving craziness! :)
      Reply
  14. marcie says

    September 3, 2015 at 12:55 pm

    I'm sad about summer, but am definitely excited that my favorite season is almost here at the same time! Yes to all of these flavors -- these are some of my very favorite. I actually eat cilantro plain -- it's so tasty! This looks like the perfect 30 minute meal. :)
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      September 3, 2015 at 1:49 pm

      I'm not sure if I could eat cilantro plain, but I do love it in just about anything! Thanks for the kind words, Marcie!
      Reply
  15. Amber@twobirdperch says

    September 3, 2015 at 1:22 pm

    I also love anything with cilantro and this sounds fantastic! Those shrimp look amazing too! Thanks for sharing.
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      September 3, 2015 at 1:50 pm

      Thanks, Amber!
      Reply
  16. Ami@NaiveCookCooks says

    September 3, 2015 at 3:30 pm

    Gayle this is such an easy yet totally comforting meal for fast paced nights! Looks so yum and that rice is my favorite!
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      September 3, 2015 at 3:48 pm

      Thanks, Ami!
      Reply
  17. Izzy says

    September 3, 2015 at 4:51 pm

    No!!! Don't say the end of summer!! Haha! Where I live we have about 2 months of summer weather left :( Those shrimp look so pretty and I love rice bowls!
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      September 3, 2015 at 5:34 pm

      I sure don't want summer to end just yet, but unfortunately, I get the cold weather here in the midwest! :) Thanks for the rice bowl love, Izzy!
      Reply
  18. Danielle says

    September 3, 2015 at 6:13 pm

    This is definitely my kind of dish, this looks fantastic! That shrimp looks so perfect too and I love the cilantro lime rice. I could definitely see myself devouring this!
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      September 3, 2015 at 7:33 pm

      Thanks, Danielle! It makes a delicious weeknight meal!
      Reply
  19. Rachelle @ Beer Girl Cooks says

    September 3, 2015 at 6:23 pm

    I'm really digging this 30 Minute Thursday idea! You can never have too many go-to fast and easy recipes for those busy weeknights! I'm definitely putting this honey garlic shrimp in the lineup!
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      September 3, 2015 at 7:35 pm

      Yes! Easy meals are definitely the best, especially for busy weeknights. Hope you like this dish if you try it, Rachelle!
      Reply
  20. Annie @ The Garlic Diaries says

    September 3, 2015 at 6:48 pm

    This looks so perfect! I can't wait to try it. Pinned :).
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      September 3, 2015 at 7:36 pm

      Thanks for the pin, Annie!
      Reply
  21. Ashley | The Recipe Rebel says

    September 3, 2015 at 7:46 pm

    Yay for 30 minute meals! I see lots more amazing things happening on subsequent Thursdays :) It's been SO hot here the last few days, I am totally looking forward to fall!
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      September 3, 2015 at 9:44 pm

      YES! I love 30 minute Thursdays! And I'm looking forward to the fall too...bring on the apples and pumpkins!
      Reply
  22. Blair @ The Seasoned Mom says

    September 3, 2015 at 8:29 pm

    Funny that we both posted rice bowls on the same day. :) This meal looks perfect! I love your savory version and my family would devour the shrimp. YUM!
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      September 3, 2015 at 9:44 pm

      Great minds think alike! :) Thanks for the kind words, Blair!
      Reply
  23. Liz @ Floating Kitchen says

    September 3, 2015 at 8:41 pm

    Oh I know exactly how you feel. I'm sad to say goodbye to summer, even though I really do love fall. I guess I'm just not good with change. Ha! I am totally in love with this rice - I don't think I ever want to eat plain rice again!
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      September 3, 2015 at 9:46 pm

      Haha I'm definitely not good with change, either! I just can't eat plain rice, either!
      Reply
  24. Mira says

    September 3, 2015 at 10:06 pm

    Great flavors in this dish Gayle, I need to make it for dinner! And pictures look so bright and beautiful! I can't believe it is Labor Day Weekend! Summer was way too short for us :)
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      September 4, 2015 at 6:22 am

      I definitely wish summer would last just a little longer. Thanks for the kind words, Mira!
      Reply
  25. Thalia @ butter and brioche says

    September 3, 2015 at 10:26 pm

    I love meals like this - they are so quick and easy and make for the most perfect of dinner! Delicious Gayle.
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      September 4, 2015 at 6:23 am

      Easy meals are the best for busy week nights! Thanks for the kind words, Thalia!
      Reply
  26. Alyssa @ My Sequined Life says

    September 3, 2015 at 10:45 pm

    Yessss I love this dish Gayle! Is any rice better than cilantro lime? Yum!!
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      September 4, 2015 at 6:23 am

      Thanks, Alyssa!
      Reply
  27. katie says

    September 4, 2015 at 5:30 am

    I love shrimp and I love the garlic and honey combo! This is right up my alley :) I am also sad that summer is over, but at least fall is pretty and you can make pumpkin food!!!
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      September 4, 2015 at 6:25 am

      Hooray for pumpkin season! :) Thanks for the kind words, Katie!
      Reply
  28. Catherine says

    September 4, 2015 at 6:12 am

    Dear Gayle, what a great, colorful dish. This sounds wonderful. xo, Catherine
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      September 4, 2015 at 6:25 am

      Thank you, Catherine!
      Reply
  29. Sarah @Whole and Heavenly Oven says

    September 4, 2015 at 6:54 am

    Yesss! These bowls look seriously SO amazing Gayle! I just want to dig into all that honey-garlic loaded shrimp goodness! Need to make these for the upcoming holiday weekend!
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      September 4, 2015 at 7:17 am

      Thank you, Sarah!
      Reply
  30. Dimitris says

    September 4, 2015 at 7:23 am

    Beautiful dish, shrimps are so simple to cook but half the time I can't get them right, sometimes I overcook them and sometimes I undercook them.
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      September 4, 2015 at 7:28 am

      Thanks for the kind words and for stopping by, Dimitris
      Reply
  31. Kate @ Framed Cooks says

    September 4, 2015 at 8:34 am

    You are singing my song with the 30 minutes - and this looks so perfect and elegant as well! Thanks for sharing another great one. :)
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      September 4, 2015 at 11:40 am

      30 minute meals that involve shrimp are the best! :) Thanks, Kate!
      Reply
  32. Jen | Baked by an Introvert says

    September 4, 2015 at 9:27 am

    Honey garlic shrimp sounds fantastic! This could easily become my new favorite meal. Love that you paired it with lime and cilantro flavored rice.
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      September 4, 2015 at 11:41 am

      Thank you, Jen!
      Reply
  33. Ashley says

    September 4, 2015 at 10:06 am

    That honey garlic sauce sounds amazing! As does the rice! I don't eat shrimp (I know, I'm weird! lol) so I'll just have to make this with something else instead! haha Or make it for everyone else I know who all eat shrimp!! Have a fantastic long weekend!!
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      September 4, 2015 at 11:43 am

      Thanks for the kind words, Ashley! I know a lot of people that don't like shrimp, so no worries! :) This would be perfect with chicken, too!
      Reply
  34. THE HUNGRY MUM says

    September 4, 2015 at 5:58 pm

    This meal would make me all the happy! Love all the flavours here and the presentation is lovely.
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      September 5, 2015 at 10:38 am

      Thanks for the kind words!
      Reply
  35. Jess @ Flying on Jess Fuel says

    September 8, 2015 at 10:18 pm

    This looks delicious! Shrimp is one of my favorite things to cook for quick & easy meals. The honey garlic sauce sounds so good! Great idea for 30 Min Thurs!
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      September 9, 2015 at 6:26 am

      Thanks for the kind words, Jess!
      Reply
  36. Chef Devaux says

    November 5, 2015 at 6:26 pm

    Wow, these honey garlic shrimps I can eat every day. They look gorgeous. And most of all fast to make. Wonderful!
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      November 5, 2015 at 6:34 pm

      Thanks for the kind words and for stopping by! These shrimps are definitely easy to make and so full of flavor!
      Reply
  37. Shelby says

    November 24, 2015 at 6:27 pm

    Wow! I just got done making this for dinner and it was so good! Even my husband, the shrimp snob, loved it. It was slightly sweet and had a bit of citrus tang...YUM. Next time, (there is going to be a lot of next times, I can already tell) I'm going to double the recipe for leftovers and add a bit of red pepper; I think the heat will be a nice variation. Thank you for the mom mom good and QUICK recipe. Keep'em comin!
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      November 24, 2015 at 6:57 pm

      Hi Shelby! I'm so happy to hear that you loved this recipe! It's a favorite of mine (and my husband's) too. The addition of red pepper sounds fantastic! I will have to try that next time. Thanks for stopping by and for the kind words!
      Reply

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