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Grilled Shrimp Bowl with Avocado Corn Salsa

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 550
A vibrant and healthy dish featuring grilled shrimp served over rice or quinoa, topped with fresh avocado corn salsa and a creamy garlic sauce.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined

Cooking Oil

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Spices & Seasonings

  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon cumin
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Base

  • 2 cups cooked white rice or quinoa

Salsa

  • 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or thawed frozen)
  • 1 ripe avocado diced avocado
  • 0.5 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 0.25 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice

Garlic Sauce

  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Instructions 

  • Combine shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper; toss to coat.
  • Mix corn, diced avocado, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and lime juice to make the salsa; set aside.
  • Whisk mayonnaise, minced garlic, water, and lemon juice until smooth.
  • Grill shrimp on medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
  • Divide rice or quinoa into bowls, top with grilled shrimp, spoon salsa over, and drizzle with garlic sauce.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the shrimp for 15 minutes before grilling.
Calories: 550kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: shrimp