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Grilled Shrimp Bowl with Avocado, Corn Salsa & Creamy Garlic Sauce

Grilled Shrimp Bowl with Avocado, Corn Salsa & Creamy Garlic Sauce

Enjoy a delicious grilled shrimp bowl featuring avocado, corn salsa, and a creamy garlic sauce. Perfect for a light meal or summer gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course main dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4 bowls
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • grill
  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp

  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional

For the Corn Salsa

  • 1 cup frozen corn, thawed
  • ½ cup red onion, diced
  • ¼ cup cilantro, chopped
  • 1 jalapeño seeded and minced optional
  • 1 lime juiced
  • salt to taste

For the Creamy Garlic Sauce

  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon cilantro, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

For the Bowl

  • 1 avocado sliced or mashed
  • sesame seeds for garnish
  • green onions, chopped for garnish

Instructions
 

Shrimp Preparation

  • In a bowl, combine shrimp, olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using). Toss to coat.
  • Grill the shrimp over medium heat for 2-3 minutes per side, or until cooked through.

Corn Salsa Preparation

  • Combine corn, red onion, jalapeño (if using), cilantro, lime juice, and salt in a bowl. Mix gently and set aside.

Creamy Sauce Preparation

  • In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, cilantro, lime juice, garlic, salt, and pepper.

Assembling the Bowls

  • Divide the corn salsa between bowls and top with grilled shrimp, avocado, and drizzle with Creamy Garlic Sauce. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.

Notes

Add more cayenne pepper or a pinch of red pepper flakes for extra spice. Serve with a side salad or soup, or add a cup of cooked rice to the bowl.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg
Keyword avocado bowl, corn salsa, creamy garlic sauce, Easy Dinner, grilled shrimp, seafood recipe
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