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Grilled Shrimp Bowl with Avocado, Corn Salsa & Creamy Sauce

Grilled Shrimp Bowl with Avocado, Corn Salsa & Creamy Sauce


  • Author: Laura Milligan
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Description

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this Grilled Shrimp Bowl featuring Avocado, Corn Salsa, and a zesty Creamy Sauce. This vibrant dish is packed with flavor, combining smoky grilled shrimp with creamy avocado mash and a refreshing corn salsa that adds sweetness and crunch. Finished with a tangy dressing that brings everything together, this bowl is not only delicious but also quick to prepare—perfect for busy nights or meal prep lunches. With each bite offering a delightful mix of textures and tastes, you’ll feel like you’re enjoying a mini fiesta right at your table!


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb large shrimp
  • 2 ripe avocados
  • 1 1/2 cups corn (fresh or frozen)
  • 1/4 cup diced red bell pepper
  • 1/2 cup mayo or Greek yogurt
  • Lime juice
  • 2 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
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • 2 tbsp chopped cilantro
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • Salt to taste
  • Juice of 1 lime

Instructions

  1. Marinate the shrimp in olive oil and spices for 15-20 minutes.
  2. Prepare the corn salsa by mixing corn, bell pepper, cilantro, lime juice, and salt.
  3. Mash the avocados with lime juice, salt, and pepper.
  4. Whisk together mayo (or Greek yogurt) with other sauce ingredients until smooth.
  5. Grill shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until cooked through.
  6. Assemble by layering rice or quinoa, corn salsa, avocado mash, grilled shrimp, and drizzle with creamy sauce.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 450g)
  • Calories: 550
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 680mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 25g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 32g
  • Cholesterol: 180mg

Keywords: Substitute shrimp with chicken or tofu for a different protein option. Customize the salsa by adding diced tomatoes or cucumbers for extra freshness.