Description
This Grilled Shrimp Bowl is a vibrant and healthy meal combining succulent grilled shrimp with a fresh avocado corn salsa and a creamy dressing. Perfect for a quick lunch or dinner, this bowl offers a delicious balance of smoky, sweet, and tangy flavors in every bite. Ideal for busy days or a crowd-pleasing dish, it’s quick to make and packed with nutrients.
Ingredients
1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 avocado, diced
1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
1/2 red onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup cilantro, chopped
Juice of 1 lime
1/4 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon honey
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
Salt, to taste
Instructions
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Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
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In a bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
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Grill the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side, or until pink and fully cooked. Remove from the grill and set aside.
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In a medium bowl, combine the avocado, corn, red onion, cilantro, and lime juice. Mix gently.
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In a small bowl, whisk together sour cream, mayonnaise, lime juice, olive oil, honey, chili powder, and salt to make the creamy sauce.
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To assemble, place shrimp in a bowl, top with avocado corn salsa, and drizzle with creamy sauce. Serve immediately.
Notes
For a spicier kick, add extra chili powder or hot sauce to the creamy sauce.
To make it vegetarian, swap shrimp for tofu or grilled vegetables.
Fresh corn is preferred, but frozen corn works well if fresh is out of season.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 320 kcal
