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Grilled Shrimp Bowl with Avocado & Corn Salsa

Quick Grilled Shrimp Bowl with Avocado & Corn Salsa Bliss

Enjoy a vibrant Grilled Shrimp Bowl with Avocado & Corn Salsa, a quick and nutritious meal perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Large Shrimp feel free to swap with chicken or tofu
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika consider using smoked paprika for extra kick
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder substitute with fresh minced garlic if preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust to your own taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper freshly cracked works best
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper optional
For the Corn Salsa
  • 1 cup Frozen Corn fresh corn is a fantastic substitute
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion diced
  • 1 medium Jalapeño optional; adds heat
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro feel free to omit if not a fan
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice can swap with lemon juice
For the Creamy Garlic Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Greek yogurt is a lighter alternative
  • 1/4 cup Sour Cream low-fat options can be used
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice always use fresh
  • 2 cloves Garlic fresh minced

Equipment

  • Grill
  • mixing bowl
  • Grill Pan
  • whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the large shrimp with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper if desired. Let sit for about 10 minutes.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix thawed corn, diced red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, and a pinch of salt. Stir gently and set aside.
  3. Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium heat for about 5 minutes.
  4. Carefully place marinated shrimp on the grill. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until opaque.
  5. In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, minced garlic, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
  6. Assemble bowls by dividing corn salsa evenly among serving bowls. Top with grilled shrimp and avocado slices, and drizzle with creamy garlic sauce.
  7. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Shrimp can be substituted with chicken or tofu for various preferences.

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