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Grilled Shrimp Bowl with Avocado Corn Salsa & Creamy Sauce

Grilled Shrimp Bowl with Avocado Corn Salsa & Creamy Sauce Bliss

Enjoy a vibrant Grilled Shrimp Bowl with Avocado Corn Salsa & Creamy Sauce that is perfect for warm weather gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Marination Time 15 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Large Shrimp Peel and devein them
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For marinating
  • 1 lime Lime Juice From 1 lime
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • Salt and Pepper To taste
For the Avocado Corn Salsa
  • 1 Avocado Diced
  • 1 cup Corn Kernels Fresh or frozen
  • 1 small Red Onion Finely chopped
  • 1 Jalapeño Seeded and diced
  • ¼ cup Cilantro Chopped
For the Creamy Sauce
  • ¼ cup Sour Cream
  • ¼ cup Mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon Hot Sauce Optional
For Serving
  • 2 cups Cooked Rice White, brown, or your choice
  • Lime Wedges For garnish

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Mixing bowl
  • Cutting Board
  • Knife
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, chili powder, smoked paprika, and salt and pepper. Add the shrimp and marinate for 15 minutes.
  2. Chop avocado, corn, red onion, and jalapeño. Combine with cilantro, lime juice, and salt and pepper in a bowl for salsa.
  3. Mix mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, and hot sauce in a small bowl for the creamy sauce.
  4. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat for about 5 minutes.
  5. Thread marinated shrimp onto skewers (if using). Grill shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque.
  6. Assemble bowls with cooked rice as the base, top with grilled shrimp, avocado corn salsa, and drizzle with creamy sauce.
  7. Garnish with lime wedges and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 750mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Adjust the spice level by modifying the amount of jalapeño or substituting with bell peppers. Serve in clear bowls to showcase the colorful ingredients.

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