Mexican Shrimp and Black Bean Fiesta Bowl
Chilled succulent shrimp paired with hearty black beans, sweet corn, crisp bell pepper, and tangy cotija in a zesty cumin-lime dressing. A vibrant, no-reheat lunch prep that delivers bold flavor with effortless assembly.
Prep
15 min
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Total
15 min
Makes
2 servings
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Made by Stacie + Lila
Stacie created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
Digestive comfort
A portion that works for you
Fiber and plants can support digestion, but more is not always better overnight. Start with a comfortable portion and build gradually.
Notice: comfort + portion
More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
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Prep
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Total
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Instructions
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Next: Whisk together extra-virgin olive oil
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Whisk together extra-virgin olive oil
In a small bowl, whisk together extra-virgin olive oil, lime juice, ground cumin, garlic powder, and salt until completely emulsified.
Look for: completely emulsified
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Combine chilled shrimp
In a large mixing bowl, combine chilled shrimp, black beans, sweet corn, red bell pepper, and fresh cilantro.
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Pour the prepared vinaigrette over the shrimp…
Pour the prepared vinaigrette over the shrimp and vegetable mixture, gently tossing with a large spoon until every ingredient is evenly coated.
Look for: every ingredient is evenly coated
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Divide the mixture evenly between two airtight…
Divide the mixture evenly between two airtight meal prep containers.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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Sprinkle crumbled cotija cheese evenly over the…
Sprinkle crumbled cotija cheese evenly over the top of each portion.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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Seal the containers tightly and refrigerate for…
Seal the containers tightly and refrigerate for up to 2 days, enjoying cold or slightly brought toward room temperature.
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