A healthy and delicious all-in-one bowl, this Grilled Shrimp Bowl with Avocado, Corn Salsa, and Creamy Garlic Sauce delivers bold flavors and vibrant textures. It’s a heart-smart meal perfect for lunch or dinner.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 2–3
Ingredients
For the Shrimp:
1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
For the Corn Salsa:
1 cup frozen corn, thawed
½ cup red onion, diced
¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1 jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional)
1 lime, juiced
Salt, to taste
For the Creamy Garlic Sauce:
½ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup sour cream
1 tablespoon cilantro, chopped
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 clove garlic, minced
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
For the Bowl:
1 avocado, sliced or mashed
Sesame seeds, for garnish
Green onions, chopped, for garnish
Optional: cooked rice or greens for serving
Instructions
Prep the Shrimp
In a bowl, combine the shrimp with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne (if using). Toss until evenly coated.
Make the Corn Salsa
In another bowl, mix together the corn, red onion, jalapeño (if using), cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Stir gently and set aside.
Grill the Shrimp
Grill shrimp over medium heat for 2–3 minutes per side, or until pink and cooked through.
Prepare the Garlic Sauce
In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, cilantro, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth.
Assemble the Bowls
Divide the corn salsa among serving bowls. Top with grilled shrimp and avocado. Drizzle with creamy garlic sauce, then garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.
Tips
Spice It Up: Add extra cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes to the shrimp for more heat.
Make It a Meal: Serve over a bed of rice, quinoa, or salad greens. Add a side salad or soup for a complete dish.
Grilled Shrimp Bowl with Avocado, Corn Salsa & Creamy Garlic Sauce
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Servings: 2–3
Description
A healthy and delicious all-in-one bowl, this Grilled Shrimp Bowl with Avocado, Corn Salsa, and Creamy Garlic Sauce delivers bold flavors and vibrant textures. It’s a heart-smart meal perfect for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
For the Shrimp:
1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
For the Corn Salsa:
1 cup frozen corn, thawed
½ cup red onion, diced
¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1 jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional)
1 lime, juiced
Salt, to taste
For the Creamy Garlic Sauce:
½ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup sour cream
1 tablespoon cilantro, chopped
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 clove garlic, minced
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
For the Bowl:
1 avocado, sliced or mashed
Sesame seeds, for garnish
Green onions, chopped, for garnish
Optional: cooked rice or greens for serving
Instructions
Prep the Shrimp
In a bowl, combine the shrimp with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne (if using). Toss until evenly coated.
Make the Corn Salsa
In another bowl, mix together the corn, red onion, jalapeño (if using), cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Stir gently and set aside.
Grill the Shrimp
Grill shrimp over medium heat for 2–3 minutes per side, or until pink and cooked through.
Prepare the Garlic Sauce
In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, cilantro, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth.
Assemble the Bowls
Divide the corn salsa among serving bowls. Top with grilled shrimp and avocado. Drizzle with creamy garlic sauce, then garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.
Notes
Spice It Up: Add extra cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes to the shrimp for more heat.
Make It a Meal: Serve over a bed of rice, quinoa, or salad greens. Add a side salad or soup for a complete dish.