Description
Turn your weeknight dinner into something unforgettable with this Grilled Shrimp Bowl with Avocado, Corn Salsa & Creamy Sauce—a vibrant, protein-packed bowl bursting with fresh, bold flavor. This easy recipe layers grilled shrimp, creamy avocado, a punchy corn salsa, and a tangy chipotle-lime sauce, creating the perfect healthy meal idea that works great for lunch, dinner, or meal prep. Whether you’re looking for quick dinner ideas or something deliciously light yet satisfying, this bowl delivers on all fronts. It’s one of those food ideas that feels gourmet but comes together in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp chili powder
1 lime, juiced
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 cup grilled or roasted corn kernels
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
1/2 cup diced tomatoes or red bell pepper
1 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
1 tbsp olive oil
1/2 lime, juiced
Salt, to taste
1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
1 tbsp mayonnaise
1 chipotle pepper in adobo, finely chopped or blended
1 tbsp lime juice
1 tsp honey or maple syrup (optional)
Pinch of salt
1 ripe avocado, mashed or sliced
2 cups cooked rice, quinoa, or greens
Fresh chopped cilantro, for garnish
Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
1. In a medium bowl, mix olive oil, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, chili powder, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Add shrimp and coat well. Marinate for 15–30 minutes.
2. In another bowl, combine corn, red onion, diced tomatoes or bell pepper, cilantro, olive oil, lime juice, and salt. Stir and set aside.
3. Blend or stir yogurt, mayonnaise, chipotle pepper, lime juice, honey (if using), and a pinch of salt to make the sauce. Chill until serving.
4. Preheat a grill pan or outdoor grill. Grill shrimp 2–3 minutes per side until opaque and slightly charred. Let rest.
5. Assemble the bowl: layer rice (or greens), corn salsa, grilled shrimp, and avocado.
6. Drizzle with creamy chipotle-lime sauce.
7. Garnish with cilantro and lime wedges. Serve immediately.
Notes
Marinate shrimp at least 15 minutes to boost flavor.
Use ripe but firm avocados for the perfect texture.
Prepare the chipotle sauce ahead for quicker assembly and deeper flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Fusion / Mexican-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 190mg
Keywords: easy dinner, grilled shrimp bowl, quick lunch, healthy recipe, food ideas