– 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon salt
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– 1 medium avocado, diced
– 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)
– 1 small red onion, diced
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– ¼ cup cilantro, chopped
– Juice of 1 lime
– ½ cup sour cream
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon lemon juice
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Cooked quinoa or rice (optional, for base)
Follow these easy steps to make your Grilled Shrimp Bowl with Avocado, Corn Salsa & Creamy Garlic Sauce:
1. Marinate the Shrimp: In a bowl, combine olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Add the shrimp and coat evenly. Let marinate for 10-15 minutes.
2. Prepare the Corn Salsa: In a separate bowl, mix diced avocado, corn, red onion, cherry tomatoes, cilantro, and lime juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.
3. Make the Creamy Garlic Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together sour cream, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth. Adjust seasoning as needed.
4. Grill the Shrimp: Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the marinated shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they turn pink and opaque.
5. Assemble the Bowl: If using cooked quinoa or rice, serve it as a base in a bowl. Top with grilled shrimp, corn salsa, and drizzle with creamy garlic sauce.
6. Garnish and Serve: Add additional cilantro or lime wedges for garnish, if desired.
Your Grilled Shrimp Bowl is now ready to be enjoyed!