Grilled Shrimp Bowl Avocado Corn (Printable Version)

Smoky grilled shrimp with creamy avocado, zesty corn salsa, and luscious garlic sauce in a vibrant bowl ready in 25 minutes.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Grilled Shrimp

01 - 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon paprika
04 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
06 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
07 - 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

→ Corn Salsa

08 - 1 cup frozen corn, thawed
09 - 1/2 cup red onion, diced
10 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
11 - 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
12 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Creamy Garlic Sauce

13 - 1/2 cup mayonnaise
14 - 1/4 cup sour cream
15 - 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, finely chopped
16 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
17 - 1 clove garlic, minced
18 - Pinch of salt and black pepper

→ Assembly

19 - 1 avocado, sliced or mashed
20 - Cooked rice, quinoa, or mixed greens for serving

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - In a medium bowl, combine shrimp with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Toss until evenly coated.
02 - Preheat grill or grill pan to medium heat. Grill shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and cooked through. Transfer to serving plate.
03 - In a separate bowl, combine thawed corn, diced red onion, fresh cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Toss thoroughly to combine.
04 - In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, cilantro, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
05 - Layer rice, quinoa, or greens as base in each bowl. Top with corn salsa, grilled shrimp, and avocado slices. Drizzle generously with creamy garlic sauce.
06 - Serve bowls immediately while shrimp is still warm.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Ready in just 25 minutes from start to finish.
  • Packed with high-protein grilled shrimp and healthy fats from avocado.
  • A refreshing combination of smoky, zesty, and creamy flavors.
  • Naturally gluten-free and easy to customize with different bases.
02 -
  • Ensure the shrimp are dry before tossing with oil and spices to help them sear properly.
  • The garlic sauce can be made ahead of time to allow the flavors to meld.
  • Wait to slice the avocado until right before serving to prevent browning.
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