Description
Elevate your dinner experience with this vibrant Grilled Shrimp Bowl featuring creamy avocado, zesty corn salsa, and a delectable sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish comes together in just 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for quick meals without sacrificing flavor. The smoky grilled shrimp pairs beautifully with the freshness of the corn salsa and the richness of the avocado mash, creating a delightful balance that’s both healthy and satisfying. Customize your bowl by serving it over rice, quinoa, or even cauliflower rice for a light yet filling option. This recipe is not only a feast for the taste buds but also a colorful addition to your dining table—perfect for family dinners or meal prep!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp
- 2 ripe avocados
- 1 ½ cups corn (fresh or frozen)
- ¼ cup diced red bell pepper
- ½ cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
- Lime juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp cumin
- ½ tsp chili powder
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh chopped cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
- Marinate shrimp in olive oil, lime juice, and spices for 15–20 minutes.
- Prepare corn salsa by mixing corn, red bell pepper, green onions, cilantro, lime juice, and salt.
- Mash avocados with lime juice and seasonings until creamy.
- Whisk together mayo/yogurt with lime juice and optional hot sauce for the creamy sauce.
- Grill marinated shrimp on medium-high heat until pink (2–3 minutes per side).
- Assemble bowls with your choice of base (rice or quinoa), topped with shrimp, corn salsa, avocado mash, and drizzle with creamy sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 220mg