Description
A vibrant grilled shrimp bowl featuring smoky shrimp, creamy avocado, and zesty corn salsa, topped with a rich garlic sauce.
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup cooked white or brown rice
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, canned, or grilled)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Toss the shrimp with olive oil, smoked paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Ensure every piece is coated evenly for maximum flavor.
- Grill the shrimp for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn opaque and take on a light char. This usually takes around 6-8 minutes total, depending on the size of the shrimp.
- In a separate bowl, mix corn, cherry tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, and lime juice. Season this mixture with salt and pepper to taste.
- Whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, minced garlic, lime juice, honey, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Start with the cooked rice in a bowl, layer on the grilled shrimp, add avocado slices, and spoon on the corn salsa. Drizzle with the creamy garlic sauce.
- Serve immediately and enjoy the fresh and vibrant flavors of this grilled shrimp bowl!
Notes
For optimal flavor, use fresh shrimp and consider marinating for added depth. Check for doneness by ensuring shrimp turn opaque.
