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

A healthy and delicious meal all in one bowl. Grilled Shrimp Bowl with Avocado, Corn Salsa & Creamy Garlic Sauce is a true treat for the tastebuds and is a heart smart meal, try it for lunch or dinner.

Ingredients:

Grilled 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

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

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:

1. Prep the Shrimp: In a bowl, combine shrimp, olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using). Toss to coat.
2. Make the Corn Salsa: Combine corn, red onion, jalapeño (if using), cilantro, lime juice, and salt in a bowl. Mix gently and set aside.
3. Grill the Shrimp: Grill the shrimp over medium heat for 2-3 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
4. Make the Creamy Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, cilantro, lime juice, garlic, salt, and pepper.
5. Assemble the Bowls: Divide the corn salsa between bowls and top with grilled shrimp, avocado (sliced, cubed or mashed), and drizzle with Creamy Garlic Sauce. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.

Tips:

• Spice it up: Add more cayenne pepper or a pinch of red pepper flakes to the shrimp marinade.
• Make it a meal: Serve the bowls with a side salad or soup or add a cup of cooked rice to the bowl.

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

A healthy and delicious meal all in one bowl. Grilled Shrimp Bowl with Avocado, Corn Salsa & Creamy Garlic Sauce is a true treat for the tastebuds and is a heart smart meal, try it for lunch or dinner.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 25 minutes mins

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Servings 2 Servings

Equipment

• Measuring cups and spoons
• Mixing Bowls w/lids
• Large Cast Iron Grill Pan
• Mandolin Slicer and Food Chopper Set
• Herb Scissors/Chopper
• Citrus Juicer (hand)
• Whisk

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

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Instructions

 

• Prep the Shrimp: In a bowl, combine shrimp, olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using). Toss to coat.
• Make the Corn Salsa: Combine corn, red onion, jalapeño (if using), cilantro, lime juice, and salt in a bowl. Mix gently and set aside.
• Grill the Shrimp: Grill the shrimp over medium heat for 2-3 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
• Make the Creamy Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, cilantro, lime juice, garlic, salt, and pepper.
• Assemble the Bowls: Divide the corn salsa between bowls and top with grilled shrimp, avocado (sliced, cubed or mashed), and drizzle with Creamy Garlic Sauce. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.

Tips:

• Spice it up: Add more cayenne pepper or a pinch of red pepper flakes to the shrimp marinade.
• Make it a meal: Serve the bowls with a side salad or soup or add a cup of cooked rice to the bowl.

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