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Grilled Shrimp Bowl with Avocado, Corn Salsa & Creamy Sauce

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  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main-course
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This Grilled Shrimp Bowl is a flavorful and satisfying dish featuring juicy shrimp seasoned with spices, served with a refreshing avocado mash, corn salsa, and a creamy sauce. It’s a perfect balance of flavors and textures in every bite.


Ingredients

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Grilled Shrimp

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

Corn Salsa

  • 1 1/2 cups corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
  • 1/4 cup diced red bell pepper
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • 2 tbsp chopped cilantro
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • Salt to taste

Avocado Mash

  • 2 ripe avocados
  • Juice of 1/2 lime
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Creamy Sauce

  • 1/2 cup mayo or Greek yogurt
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tsp hot sauce (optional, to taste)
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tbsp chopped cilantro
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Grilled Shrimp: In a bowl, mix shrimp with olive oil, spices, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Grill until cooked through.
  2. Corn Salsa: Combine corn, bell pepper, green onions, cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Mix well.
  3. Avocado Mash: Mash avocados with lime juice, salt, and pepper.
  4. Creamy Sauce: Mix mayo or Greek yogurt with lime juice, hot sauce, garlic powder, smoked paprika, cilantro, and salt.
  5. Assemble: Serve grilled shrimp over a base of rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice. Top with avocado mash, corn salsa, and drizzle with creamy sauce. Garnish with fresh cilantro.

Notes

  • You can customize this bowl by adding additional toppings like diced tomatoes, black beans, or shredded cheese.
  • If using frozen shrimp, make sure to thaw and pat dry before grilling.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 350 kcal
  • Sugar: 5 g
  • Sodium: 450 mg
  • Fat: 20 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 30 g
  • Fiber: 8 g
  • Protein: 18 g
  • Cholesterol: 150 mg