Shrimp Fajita Bowl

Shrimp Fajita Bowl

Bring sizzle to your dinner table with this colorful, Mexican-inspired low-FODMAP shrimp fajita bowl that is 100% SIBO-friendly. Juicy, tender shrimp are seasoned with smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder, and fresh lime juice, then seared alongside crisp red and green bell peppers, carrots, and green onion tops in garlic-infused olive oil. Served over a bed of fluffy white rice, topped with lactose-free cheddar cheese and fresh cilantro, this single-serving grain bowl delivers an explosion of smoky, zesty flavors in under 20 minutes.

Designed with your gut health in mind, this delicious gluten-free and low-lactose seafood bowl bursts with fiesta flavor while avoiding high-FODMAP ingredients like raw garlic, onions, and high-lactose dairy. Enjoy every bite! By relying on fructan-free garlic-infused olive oil, green onion tops, lactose-free cheddar, and gut-safe portion sizes of vegetables, you can enjoy an invigorating, high-protein meal without bloating, gas, or IBS flare-ups. It is an outstanding, fast-prep choice for anyone following a strict SIBO meal plan, managing food sensitivities, or craving a clean weeknight dinner.

Yield 1
Serving Size 1
Servings 1
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes

Estimated Nutrition

  • Calories: 390 kcal

  • Total Fat: 13g

    • Saturated Fat: 3.5g

    • Trans Fat: 0g

  • Cholesterol: 215mg

  • Sodium: 510mg

  • Total Carbohydrates: 37g

    • Dietary Fiber: 3g

    • Sugars: 4g

  • Protein: 31g

Ingredients

            Fajita Shrimp

  • 5 oz. Peeled and Deveined Shrimp
  • 1 tsp. Garlic-infused Olive Oil
  • ¼ tsp. Smoked Paprika
  • ¼ tsp. Ground Cumin
  • ¼ tsp. Chili Powder
  • â…› tsp. Dried Oregano
  • 1 tsp. Fresh Lime Juice
  • Salt and Black Pepper, to taste

            Fajita Vegetables

  • ¼ Cup Sliced Green Bell Pepper
  • ¼ Cup Sliced Red Bell Pepper
  • ¼ Cup Thinly Sliced Carrots
  • 2 tbsp. Sliced Green Onion Tops
  • 1 tsp. Garlic-infused Olive Oil

            Rice Bowl

  • ½ Cup Cooked White Rice
  • 2 tbsps. Lactose-free Shredded Cheddar Cheese
  • 1 tbsp. Chopped Fresh Cilantro
  • Lime Wedge, for serving

Preparation

Step 1

Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels.

Step 2

In a small bowl, combine the garlic-infused olive oil, smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder, oregano, lime juice, salt, and pepper.

Step 3

Add the shrimp and toss until evenly coated.

Step 4

Heat 1 tsp garlic-infused olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 5

Add the green bell pepper, red bell pepper, carrots, and green onion tops. Cook for 3–4 minutes, stirring frequently, until the vegetables are tender-crisp.

Step 6

Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet and add the seasoned shrimp.

Step 7

Cook the shrimp for approximately 2 minutes per side, until pink, opaque, and cooked through.

Step 8

Place the cooked rice in a serving bowl.

Step 9

Top with the fajita vegetables and shrimp.

Step 10

Sprinkle with lactose-free cheddar and fresh cilantro.

**All recipes are designed to be low-FODMAP when prepared in the specified serving sizes. Individual tolerance may vary.
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