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

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

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Enjoy a flavorful and satisfying meal with this Grilled Shrimp Bowl featuring a zesty Avocado, Corn Salsa, and a creamy sauce. Perfect for a quick and delicious lunch or dinner!

Ingredients

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For the Shrimp:

  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh chopped cilantro (for garnish)

For the Corn Salsa:

  • 1 1/2 cups corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
  • 1/4 cup diced red bell pepper
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • 2 tbsp chopped cilantro
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • Salt to taste

For the Avocado Mash:

  • 2 ripe avocados
  • Juice of 1/2 lime
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For the Creamy Sauce:

  • 1/2 cup mayo or Greek yogurt
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tsp hot sauce (optional, to taste)
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tbsp chopped cilantro
  • Salt to taste

Additional:

  • Cooked rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Shrimp: In a bowl, mix olive oil, paprika, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Toss shrimp in the marinade and let sit for 15–20 minutes.
  2. Prepare the Corn Salsa: In another bowl, combine corn, bell pepper, green onions, cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Mix and chill.
  3. Mash the Avocado: Scoop avocado into a bowl, mash with lime juice, salt, and pepper until creamy but slightly chunky.
  4. Make the Sauce: Whisk together mayo (or yogurt), lime juice, hot sauce, garlic powder, smoked paprika, cilantro, and salt. Adjust thickness with a splash of water if needed.
  5. Grill the Shrimp: Heat a grill or grill pan over medium-high. Cook shrimp 2–3 minutes per side until pink and lightly charred.
  6. Assemble the Bowl: Add rice or quinoa to the base of a bowl. Top with corn salsa, avocado mash, grilled shrimp, and drizzle with the creamy sauce. Garnish with fresh cilantro.

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Keywords: Grilled Shrimp Bowl, Avocado Corn Salsa, Creamy Sauce, Mexican Cuisine, Gluten Free, Main Course