Description

A vibrant and healthy Grilled Shrimp Bowl featuring tender, spice-coated shrimp grilled to perfection, layered with fresh avocado, a zesty corn salsa, and a creamy garlic sauce. This quick and flavorful dish combines smoky, tangy, and creamy elements for a satisfying meal ready in just 30 minutes.

Ingredients

Shrimp Marinade

1 lb large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)

Corn Salsa

1 cup frozen corn (thawed)
1/2 cup red onion (diced)
1/4 cup cilantro (chopped)
Juice of 1 lime (about 1 tablespoon)
Pinch of salt

Creamy Garlic Sauce

1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons cilantro (chopped)
Juice of 1 lime (about 1 tablespoon)
1 clove garlic (minced)
Salt and pepper to taste

Additional

1 avocado (sliced or mashed)

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Instructions

Marinate the shrimp: In a mixing bowl, toss the peeled and deveined shrimp with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and optional cayenne pepper until they are evenly coated with the spice mixture.
Prepare the corn salsa: In a separate bowl, combine the thawed corn, diced red onion, chopped cilantro, lime juice, and a pinch of salt. Stir gently to mix all the ingredients well without breaking the corn.
Grill the shrimp: Preheat your grill to medium heat. Place the marinated shrimp on the grill and cook for about 2 to 3 minutes per side or until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through.
Make the creamy garlic sauce: In another bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, chopped cilantro, lime juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
Assemble the bowls: In serving bowls, layer the prepared corn salsa as the base, then add the grilled shrimp on top, followed by slices or mashed avocado. Drizzle the creamy garlic sauce generously over the assembled ingredients. Serve immediately and enjoy.

Notes

You can substitute fresh corn for frozen if in season for better flavor.
The creamy garlic sauce can be adjusted in thickness by adding a little water or more sour cream.
For a spicier kick, add extra cayenne pepper or some chopped jalapeño to the corn salsa.
If you don’t have a grill, you can pan-sear the shrimp in a skillet over medium-high heat for similar results.
Use fresh lime juice for best flavor in both the salsa and the sauce.