Description
This vibrant Grilled Shrimp Bowl features succulent shrimp seasoned with a smoky spice blend, paired with a refreshing avocado corn salsa and a zesty creamy garlic sauce. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s a perfect balanced meal that’s flavorful, nutritious, and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Shrimp:
- 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 (optional)
For the Corn Salsa:
- 1 cup frozen corn, thawed
- 1/2 cup red onion, diced
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional)
- 1 lime, juiced
- Salt to taste
For the Creamy Garlic Sauce:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon cilantro, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Bowl:
- 1 avocado, sliced or mashed
- Sesame seeds, for garnish
- Green onions, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Prep the Shrimp: In a bowl, combine the shrimp with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper if using. Toss everything together to coat the shrimp evenly with the seasoning mix.
- Make the Corn Salsa: In another bowl, mix together the thawed corn, diced red onion, chopped cilantro, jalapeño if using, lime juice, and salt. Stir well and set this salsa aside to let the flavors meld.
- Grill the Shrimp: Heat a grill pan over medium heat. Once hot, add the shrimp and grill for 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until they turn pink and are cooked through. Remove from heat.
- Make the Creamy Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, chopped cilantro, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
- Assemble the Bowls: Divide the corn salsa evenly into serving bowls. Top each with the grilled shrimp and slices or mashed avocado. Drizzle the creamy garlic sauce generously over the top, then garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions for an extra pop of flavor and color.
Notes
- For extra heat, leave the jalapeño seeds in the corn salsa.
- Shrimp can be substituted with chicken or tofu for a different protein option.
- If you don’t have a grill pan, you can also cook the shrimp on an outdoor grill or a regular skillet.
- To keep it dairy-free, substitute sour cream with a dairy-free alternative and ensure mayonnaise is vegan if needed.
- Serve with a side of brown rice or quinoa to make it more filling.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
