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Grilled Shrimp Bowl with Avocado Corn Salsa and Creamy Garlic Sauce Recipe

Grilled Shrimp Bowl with Avocado Corn Salsa and Creamy Garlic Sauce Recipe


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  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

Enjoy a delightful and flavorful meal with this Grilled Shrimp Bowl featuring a zesty Avocado Corn Salsa and a luscious Creamy Garlic Sauce.


Ingredients

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For the Grilled Shrimp:

  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For the Bowl:

  • 2 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or cauliflower)
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, canned, or grilled)
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2 tbsp red onion, finely diced
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 2 tbsp chopped cilantro

For the Creamy Garlic Sauce:

  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
  • 1 garlic clove, finely minced
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp water (to thin, if needed)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Grilled Shrimp: Toss shrimp with olive oil, paprika, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Grill or sauté shrimp for 2–3 minutes per side until cooked. Set aside.
  2. Make the Avocado Corn Salsa: Combine avocado, corn, cherry tomatoes, red onion, lime juice, and cilantro. Season with salt.
  3. Create the Creamy Garlic Sauce: Whisk together mayonnaise, yogurt, garlic, lime juice, salt, and water until smooth.
  4. Assemble the Bowls: Divide rice among 4 bowls, top with grilled shrimp, salsa, and creamy garlic sauce. Serve.

Notes

  • Prepare salsa and sauce in advance for enhanced flavor.
  • Substitute rice with quinoa or greens for a low-carb alternative.
  • Enhance with black beans or jalapeños for a Southwestern flair.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Mexican-American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 520mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 34g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 165mg