Description
A flavorful and healthy Grilled Shrimp Bowl featuring creamy avocado, zesty corn salsa, and a luscious garlic sauce. This dish is quick to prepare and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 ripe avocados, diced
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1 small red onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- Juice of 1 lime
- ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- ½ cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Prepare the Shrimp: In a bowl, combine the large shrimp, olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat the shrimp evenly.
- Grill the Shrimp: Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Make the Corn Salsa: In another bowl, combine corn, diced red onion, diced red bell pepper, lime juice, salt, pepper, and chopped cilantro. Mix well.
- Prepare the Creamy Garlic Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together sour cream, mayonnaise, minced garlic, and lemon juice until smooth. Adjust seasoning.
- Assemble the Bowl: Place grilled shrimp in a bowl. Add diced avocado and corn salsa.
- Drizzle the Sauce: Top the bowl with creamy garlic sauce.
- Garnish: Finish with fresh cilantro.
Notes
- Use fresh shrimp for the best flavor.
- Season the shrimp generously.
- Serve the bowl immediately after assembly.
- Add red pepper flakes or jalapeños for extra spice.
- For a vegetarian option, use grilled portobello mushrooms.
- Add diced mango or pineapple to the corn salsa for a tropical twist.
- Serve over quinoa for a heartier meal.
- Substitute grilled chicken or tofu for shrimp.
- Store leftovers separately in airtight containers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: N/A
- Sodium: N/A
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: N/A
- Fiber: N/A
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: N/A
Keywords: Grilled Shrimp Bowl, Avocado, Corn Salsa, Garlic Sauce, Healthy Lunch, Easy Recipe