Grilled shrimp bowl with avocado corn salsa and creamy sauce

Grilled Shrimp Bowl with Avocado Corn Salsa & Creamy Sauce

This Grilled Shrimp Bowl is a fresh, flavorful, and protein-packed meal featuring juicy, smoky shrimp, a vibrant avocado corn salsa, and a creamy, zesty sauce. Served over a bed of rice or greens, this bowl is perfect for a light yet satisfying meal.

Ingredients

For the Grilled Shrimp:

1 lb shrimp (peeled and deveined)

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon smoked paprika

½ teaspoon cumin

½ teaspoon chili powder

Salt and black pepper, to taste

Juice of 1 lime

For the Avocado Corn Salsa:

1 cup corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)

1 avocado, diced

½ red onion, finely chopped

1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped

1 jalapeno, finely diced (optional for spice)

Juice of 1 lime

Salt and black pepper, to taste

For the Creamy Sauce:

¼ cup Greek yogurt or sour cream

1 tablespoon mayonnaise (optional for extra creaminess)

1 tablespoon lime juice

½ teaspoon garlic powder

½ teaspoon cumin

Salt and black pepper, to taste

For the Bowl Base (Choose One or Mix):

2 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or cauliflower rice)

2 cups mixed greens or shredded lettuce

Instructions

1. Marinate & Grill the Shrimp:

In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, cumin, chili powder, salt, and lime juice.Toss shrimp in the marinade and let sit for 10 minutes.Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.Grill shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side, until opaque and lightly charred.

2. Make the Avocado Corn Salsa:

In a bowl, mix corn, avocado, red onion, cherry tomatoes, cilantro, jalapeno, lime juice, salt, and black pepper.Toss gently and let flavors blend while preparing other components.

3. Prepare the Creamy Sauce:

In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lime juice, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.Adjust seasoning to taste.

4. Assemble the Bowls:

Divide rice or greens among serving bowls.Top with grilled shrimp and avocado corn salsa.Drizzle with creamy sauce and serve immediately.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 400

Protein: 30g

Carbohydrates: 40g

Fiber: 6g

Fats: 14g

Sodium: 500mg

Cook & Prep Time

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 6 minutes

Total Time: 21 minutes

Notes & Tips

Make Ahead: Marinate shrimp and prep salsa ahead for quick assembly.

Storage: Store shrimp, salsa, and sauce separately in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Variations:

Use grilled chicken or tofu instead of shrimp.Swap Greek yogurt for sour cream or avocado dressing.

Add black beans or quinoa for extra protein and fiber.