Description
A vibrant and flavorful Grilled Shrimp Bowl featuring juicy marinated shrimp, fresh avocado corn salsa, and a tangy creamy garlic sauce. Perfect for a quick and healthy meal packed with bold tastes and textures.
Ingredients
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For the Shrimp:
- 1 lb. large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
For the Corn Salsa:
- 1 cup frozen corn, thawed
- 1/2 cup red onion, diced
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional)
- 1 lime, juiced
- Salt to taste
For the Creamy Garlic Sauce:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon cilantro, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Bowl:
- 1 avocado, sliced or mashed
- Sesame seeds, for garnish
- Green onions, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Prep the Shrimp: In a large bowl, combine the peeled and deveined shrimp with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and optional cayenne pepper. Toss everything together to coat the shrimp evenly with the seasonings.
- Make the Corn Salsa: In another bowl, mix thawed corn, diced red onion, chopped cilantro, minced jalapeño (if using), lime juice, and salt to taste. Stir well and set aside to let the flavors meld.
- Grill the Shrimp: Heat a grill pan over medium heat. Place the seasoned shrimp on the pan and grill for about 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until the shrimp turn pink and are fully cooked through.
- Make the Creamy Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, chopped cilantro, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until you achieve a smooth, creamy consistency.
- Assemble the Bowls: Divide the prepared corn salsa evenly into two bowls. Top each with the grilled shrimp and sliced or mashed avocado. Drizzle the creamy garlic sauce over the bowls, then garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions for an extra touch of flavor and texture.
Notes
- For extra spice, leave the jalapeño seeds in or increase the cayenne pepper in the shrimp seasoning.
- Substitute fresh corn if available instead of frozen for a sweeter salsa.
- This recipe works well with other proteins like chicken or tofu if preferred.
- To make this dish dairy-free, substitute mayo and sour cream with plant-based alternatives.
- Grill shrimp just until pink to avoid overcooking and maintain juiciness.
