Description
This vibrant Grilled Shrimp Bowl features perfectly seasoned shrimp grilled to juicy perfection, complemented by a fresh and zesty avocado corn salsa. Finished with a creamy, tangy sauce, this quick and flavorful dish makes a perfect light lunch or dinner that’s ready in just 21 minutes.
Ingredients
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Shrimp
- 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
Avocado Corn Salsa
- 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
Creamy Sauce
- 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
- Preheat the Grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat to ensure it is properly heated before cooking the shrimp.
- Season the Shrimp: In a bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper until evenly coated with the spices.
- Grill the Shrimp: Place the seasoned shrimp on the grill, cooking for 2-3 minutes per side or until the shrimp are pink and fully cooked. Once done, remove from the grill and set aside.
- Prepare the Avocado Corn Salsa: In a medium bowl, gently combine the diced avocado, corn kernels, finely chopped red onion, chopped cilantro, and lime juice, mixing carefully to maintain the texture of the avocado.
- Make the Creamy Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together sour cream, mayonnaise, lime juice, olive oil, honey, chili powder, and salt until smooth and creamy.
- Assemble the Bowls: Divide the grilled shrimp among serving bowls, top each with a generous helping of avocado corn salsa, and drizzle with the creamy sauce. Serve immediately for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- You can use fresh or frozen corn kernels for the salsa depending on availability.
- Adjust the chili powder in the creamy sauce to your preferred spice level.
- For a healthier option, substitute mayonnaise with Greek yogurt in the creamy sauce.
- If you don’t have access to a grill, you can cook the shrimp on a stovetop grill pan or under a broiler.
- Serve with cilantro lime rice or a simple green salad for a complete meal.
