Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of the Grilled Shrimp Bowl with Avocado, Corn Salsa & Creamy Garlic Sauce. This dish is a perfect blend of succulent grilled shrimp, fresh avocado, and zesty corn salsa, all drizzled with a rich creamy garlic sauce. In just 25 minutes, you can whip up a healthy meal that’s not only delicious but also visually appealing. Ideal for busy weeknights or impressing guests, this customizable bowl is bound to become a favorite in your household. Elevate your dining experience with this delightful and nutritious recipe!
Ingredients
Scale
- 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)
- 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
- 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
- 1 avocado (sliced or mashed)
- Sesame seeds (for garnish)
- Green onions (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine shrimp with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and optional cayenne pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
- In another bowl, mix thawed corn with diced red onion, minced jalapeño (if using), chopped cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Set aside.
- Preheat the grill over medium heat and grill shrimp for about 2-3 minutes per side until cooked through.
- For the creamy garlic sauce, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, chopped cilantro, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- To assemble your bowls: divide corn salsa into serving bowls; top with grilled shrimp and sliced or mashed avocado; drizzle with creamy garlic sauce; garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 195mg