Description
This Easy Grilled Shrimp Bowl with Avocado & Corn Salsa is a quick and nutritious meal featuring succulent grilled shrimp, a vibrant avocado and corn salsa, and a base of fluffy rice or quinoa. Perfect for a healthy, flavorful dinner, it combines smoky, tangy, and fresh flavors that come together effortlessly in one bowl.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp Marinade
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
Base
- 2 cups cooked rice or quinoa
Avocado & Corn Salsa
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or grilled)
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Marinate the Shrimp: In a bowl, combine the peeled and deveined shrimp with olive oil, minced garlic, paprika, chili powder, salt, black pepper, and lime juice. Toss everything until the shrimp are evenly coated with the marinade.
- Preheat the Grill: Heat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat to prepare for cooking the shrimp.
- Grill the Shrimp: Place the marinated shrimp on the hot grill and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side until they turn pink and are cooked through, ensuring they remain juicy and flavorful.
- Prepare the Avocado & Corn Salsa: In a separate bowl, combine the diced avocado, corn kernels, finely chopped red onion, halved cherry tomatoes, chopped cilantro, lime juice, and olive oil. Season with salt and black pepper to taste, then gently mix to combine all the fresh ingredients without mashing the avocado.
- Assemble the Bowls: Divide the cooked rice or quinoa evenly into serving bowls. Top with the grilled shrimp, then generously spoon the avocado and corn salsa over the shrimp for a refreshing contrast.
- Serve: Serve immediately, optionally with extra lime wedges on the side to add a fresh citrus touch as desired.
Notes
- For additional flavor, drizzle with a yogurt sauce or sprinkle with feta cheese.
- Swap white rice with brown rice or cauliflower rice to keep the meal lighter.
- Ensure shrimp are not overcooked to maintain their tenderness and juiciness.
- Grilling the corn beforehand adds a smoky element to the salsa.
