Description
Experience a burst of summer flavors with our Grilled Shrimp Bowl. This vibrant dish features juicy grilled shrimp, zesty avocado corn salsa, and a creamy sauce that perfectly complements the fresh ingredients. Ideal for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, this recipe is easy to prepare and sure to impress family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 ripe avocados, diced
- 1 cup sweet corn (fresh or frozen)
- Juice of 2 limes
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- ½ cup crema or sour cream
Instructions
- 1. Marinate the Shrimp: In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Add shrimp and toss to coat.
- 2. Grill the Shrimp: Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Skewer shrimp and grill for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and charred.
- 3. Make the Salsa: In a bowl, combine diced avocado, corn, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Stir gently.
- 4. Prepare the Creamy Sauce: Whisk together crema (or sour cream) with lime juice and salt in a small bowl.
- 5. Assemble the Bowl: Layer cooked rice or quinoa in each bowl. Top with grilled shrimp and avocado corn salsa. Drizzle with creamy sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 220mg