Description
This grilled shrimp bowl is a flavorful, healthy, and satisfying meal that’s topped with a fresh avocado corn salsa and creamy sauce! Perfect for a light yet protein-packed lunch or dinner
Ingredients
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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
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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.
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Make the Avocado Corn Salsa:
- In a bowl, mix corn, avocado, red onion, cherry tomatoes, cilantro, jalapeno (if using), lime juice, salt, and black pepper. Toss gently and let flavors blend while preparing other components.
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Prepare the Creamy Sauce:
- In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt (or sour cream), mayonnaise (if using), lime juice, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
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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.
Notes
- You can adjust the spice level of the salsa by adding or removing the jalapeno.
- If you want a lower-carb option, use cauliflower rice or mixed greens as the base.
- You can use either Greek yogurt or sour cream for the creamy sauce, depending on your preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 180mg