High-Protein Shrimp & Black Bean Meal Prep Bowl (Under $5!)
This shrimp and black bean meal prep bowl is built for anyone who wants a high-protein dinner without spending their whole Sunday in the kitchen. Smoky paprika-seasoned shrimp, hearty black beans, sweet corn, and crisp bell pepper come together over rice for a bowl that’s as filling as it is flavorful. With 38 grams of protein per serving and a bright squeeze of lime to finish it off, this recipe proves that seafood-based meal prep doesn’t have to be expensive or complicated. It stores beautifully in the fridge for up to four days, making it an easy grab-and-go dinner all week long. Add hot sauce or avocado if you want to switch things up as the week goes on.
Ingredients
Method
- Pat the shrimp dry and toss with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side, until pink and opaque. Remove from heat.
- In the same skillet, quickly sauté the bell pepper and corn for 3-4 minutes until slightly softened.
- Warm the black beans in a small pot or the microwave.
- Divide the cooked rice evenly among 4 meal prep containers.
- Top each with black beans, the corn and pepper mixture, and the cooked shrimp.
- Squeeze fresh lime juice over each bowl and sprinkle with cilantro.
- Let cool slightly before sealing containers and refrigerating for up to 4 days.
Notes
Buy frozen shrimp in a large bag instead of fresh from the seafood counter — it’s significantly cheaper per pound and thaws quickly under cold water, keeping this high-protein bowl under $5 a serving.
