Description
A vibrant and quick Grilled Shrimp Bowl featuring perfectly seasoned shrimp, topped with a fresh avocado corn salsa and drizzled with a zesty creamy sauce. This dish combines smoky, tangy, and creamy flavors for a perfect light meal in just 21 minutes.
Ingredients
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Shrimp and Seasoning
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Avocado Corn Salsa
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
Creamy Sauce
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat to ensure it’s ready for cooking the shrimp evenly.
- Season Shrimp: In a bowl, toss the peeled and deveined shrimp with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper until fully coated with the seasoning blend.
- Grill Shrimp: Place the seasoned shrimp on the grill and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until the shrimp turn pink and are fully cooked. Remove from the grill and set aside.
- Prepare Avocado Corn Salsa: In a medium bowl, gently combine the diced avocado, corn kernels, finely chopped red onion, chopped cilantro, and the juice of one lime. Mix carefully to keep the avocado intact.
- Make Creamy Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the sour cream, mayonnaise, lime juice, olive oil, honey, chili powder, and salt until smooth and well combined to create a flavorful creamy sauce.
- Assemble the Bowl: Place the grilled shrimp in serving bowls, top generously with the avocado corn salsa, and drizzle the creamy sauce over the top. Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- You can use fresh or frozen corn depending on availability; if using frozen, thaw before mixing.
- Adjust seasoning on the shrimp to your taste preference, adding extra chili powder for more heat if desired.
- This recipe works great with a stovetop grill pan if an outdoor grill is not available.
- For a lighter version, substitute mayonnaise with Greek yogurt in the creamy sauce.
- Serve with a side of rice or greens for a more complete meal.
