Description
Grilled Shrimp Bowl with Avocado Corn Salsa & Creamy Sauce is the perfect fusion of smoky, creamy, and fresh flavors. This easy recipe is packed with bold spices, juicy shrimp, and sweet charred corn all topped with a luscious, herby sauce that brings everything together. It’s one of those dinner ideas that looks as good as it tastes, and it’s packed with healthy ingredients for a feel-good meal. Whether you’re looking for quick breakfast solutions (hello leftovers!), an easy dinner after work, or healthy food ideas for meal prep, this bowl delivers. Think sizzling grilled shrimp, velvety avocado, and fresh salsa over a warm rice base—your new favorite dinner is served.
Ingredients
For the Grilled Shrimp:
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lime
For the Avocado Corn Salsa:
- 2 ears corn (or 1.5 cups thawed frozen corn)
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt to taste
For the Creamy Cilantro Lime Sauce:
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 small garlic clove
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
- 1/2 avocado
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Splash of water (if needed to thin)
For the Base & Garnishes:
- 1 cup cooked rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice
- 1/2 cup black beans or refried beans
- Extra cilantro (for garnish)
- Optional: jalapeño slices, diced tomatoes, lime wedges
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, paprika, cumin, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Add shrimp and marinate for 15–20 minutes.
- Grill corn over medium-high heat until slightly charred. Remove and slice off kernels.
- In a bowl, combine corn kernels, avocado, onion, cilantro, lime juice, and salt to make salsa.
- Blend sour cream, mayo, garlic, lime juice, cilantro, avocado, salt, and pepper until smooth. Chill.
- Grill shrimp for 2–3 minutes per side until opaque.
- Assemble bowls with rice or grain base, beans, salsa, grilled shrimp, and drizzle with sauce.
- Garnish with extra cilantro, jalapeños, or lime wedges.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes