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Grilled Shrimp Bowl with Avocado, Corn Salsa & Creamy Garlic Sauce

Grilled Shrimp Bowl with Avocado, Corn Salsa & Creamy Sauce Bliss

A vibrant Grilled Shrimp Bowl with Avocado, Corn Salsa & Creamy Garlic Sauce that's quick, easy, and budget-friendly.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Large Shrimp Peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Or high-heat vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Consider smoked paprika for a twist
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Substitute with minced garlic if desired
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly cracked enhances flavor
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Optional for spice
For the Corn Salsa
  • 2 cups Frozen Corn Thawed
  • 1/2 cup Red Onion Diced
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro Chopped, optional
  • 1 small Jalapeño Minced, optional for heat
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Or Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup Sour Cream Or plain yogurt
  • 1 clove Garlic Minced
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
For Serving
  • 1 large Avocado Slices or mashed
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds For garnish
  • 2 green onions Green Onions Chopped

Equipment

  • Grill
  • mixing bowl
  • grill pan

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, toss peeled and deveined shrimp with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne. Let marinate for 10 minutes.
  2. In a separate bowl, combine thawed corn, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, and a pinch of salt. Mix and let sit.
  3. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium heat (about 350°F). Ensure grates are clean and lightly oiled.
  4. Place marinated shrimp on the grill, cooking for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
  5. In another bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  6. To assemble, start with a scoop of corn salsa, add shrimp, then avocado slices. Drizzle creamy sauce and top with sesame seeds and green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Pat shrimp dry before marinating for better sear. Use high-heat oil for grilling. Don't overcook; shrimp should be just pink and opaque.

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