Grilled Shrimp Bowl with Avocado, Corn Salsa & Creamy Garlic Sauce
Indulge in a vibrant and nutritious Grilled Shrimp Bowl that combines perfectly marinated shrimp, creamy avocado, and zesty corn salsa drizzled with a rich garlic sauce. This dish is not only visually stunning but also a delightful explosion of flavors in every bite. Perfect for summer gatherings or quick weeknight dinners, you can have this delicious meal ready in just 30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1 cup fresh corn kernels (or canned, drained)
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Marinate the Shrimp: In a bowl, mix olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Add shrimp and marinate for 15 minutes.
- 2. Make the Corn Salsa: Combine fresh corn, diced avocado, lime juice, salt, and pepper in another bowl. Mix gently.
- 3. Grill the Shrimp: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (400°F). Thread shrimp onto skewers and grill for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- 4. Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk mayonnaise with minced garlic; add more lime juice if desired.
- 5. Assemble the Bowls: Place cooked rice or quinoa at the bottom of bowls. Top with grilled shrimp and corn salsa.
- 6. Finish: Drizzle creamy garlic sauce over the top before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 210mg