Description

A vibrant and fresh grilled shrimp bowl featuring smoky shrimp paired with a zesty avocado corn salsa and a creamy, tangy sauce. A quick, healthy, and flavorful meal perfect for busy weeknights or weekend lunches.

Ingredients

1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 teaspoon smoked paprika

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Salt and pepper, to taste

1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen, thawed)

1 ripe avocado, diced

1/2 red bell pepper, diced

1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped

1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Juice of 1 lime

1 cup cooked brown rice or quinoa

For the creamy sauce:

1/2 cup Greek yogurt or dairy-free yogurt

1 tablespoon mayonnaise (optional)

1 teaspoon lime juice

1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

1 small garlic clove, minced

Salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

Preheat the grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
In a bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
Grill the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side, until pink and opaque. Remove from heat.
In a separate bowl, combine corn, avocado, red bell pepper, red onion, cilantro, and lime juice. Gently mix to create the salsa.
To prepare the creamy sauce, whisk together Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lime juice, cumin, garlic, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
To assemble, divide cooked rice or quinoa into bowls, top with grilled shrimp, spoon the avocado corn salsa over the shrimp, and drizzle with the creamy sauce.
Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

Frozen shrimp can be used, just thaw and pat dry before cooking.

Dairy-free yogurt and mayonnaise alternatives can be used for a dairy-free version.

If no grill is available, shrimp can be cooked in a skillet over medium-high heat.

Salsa and creamy sauce can be prepared ahead and stored separately in the fridge.

Store leftovers separately in airtight containers and reheat shrimp and rice gently before serving with fresh salsa and sauce.

Variations include using cauliflower rice, couscous, adding black beans, jalapeños, or swapping creamy sauce for chipotle mayo or avocado crema.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Main Dish
Method: Grilling
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: approximately 350-400
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 350mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 7g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 150mg