Description
This Grilled Shrimp Bowl with Avocado is a fresh and flavorful meal perfect for a quick, healthy dinner. Juicy shrimp marinated with smoky spices are grilled to perfection and served over a base of rice, quinoa, or greens. Topped with a vibrant corn salsa and creamy garlic sauce, this bowl balances savory, tangy, and creamy flavors for a satisfying dish.
Ingredients
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Shrimp and Seasoning
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Corn Salsa
- 1 cup frozen corn, thawed
- 1/2 cup red onion, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Creamy Garlic Sauce
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Pinch of salt and black pepper
Additional Ingredients
- 1 avocado, sliced or mashed
- Cooked rice, quinoa, or greens, for serving
Instructions
- Season the Shrimp: In a medium bowl, toss the peeled and deveined shrimp with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper until evenly coated to infuse the shrimp with bold flavor.
- Grill the Shrimp: Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium heat. Grill the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they turn pink and are cooked through. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Prepare the Corn Salsa: In a separate bowl, combine the thawed corn, diced red onion, chopped cilantro, fresh lime juice, and salt. Toss well to blend the flavors for a fresh salsa.
- Make the Creamy Garlic Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, finely chopped cilantro, lemon juice, minced garlic, and a pinch of salt and black pepper until smooth and creamy.
- Assemble the Bowls: Layer cooked rice, quinoa, or your choice of greens as the base in each serving bowl. Top with the prepared corn salsa, then the grilled shrimp, and add sliced or mashed avocado on top.
- Drizzle and Serve: Generously drizzle the creamy garlic sauce over the assembled ingredients. Serve immediately while the shrimp are warm and the avocado is fresh for the best taste experience.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, increase the cayenne pepper slightly in the shrimp seasoning.
- Use fresh shrimp if possible for the best flavor and texture.
- Rice, quinoa, or kale/chard greens all work well as the base depending on your preference or dietary need.
- The creamy garlic sauce can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- To make this dish gluten-free, ensure the mayonnaise and sour cream do not have any gluten additives.
