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Grilled Shrimp & Avocado Bowl

Grilled Shrimp Avocado Bowl

This vibrant bowl features smoky grilled shrimp, creamy avocado, fresh veggies, and a tangy lime dressing, ideal for a light lunch, dinner, or easy meal prep.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course dinner, lunch
Cuisine American
Servings 4 people
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 grill or grill pan medium-high heat
  • 1 mixing bowl for marinating and salsa
  • 1 small bowl for lime sauce

Ingredients
  

  • 1 to 1¼ pounds large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon chili powder optional
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Juice of 1 lime or lemon
  • 1 to 1½ cups corn kernels fresh, frozen and thawed, or canned and drained
  • 1 ripe avocado diced
  • ½ small red onion finely chopped
  • 1 small red bell pepper diced (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro chopped
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Salt to taste
  • ½ cup mayonnaise or plain Greek yogurt or a mix
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Cooked rice quinoa, cauliflower rice, or mixed greens, for serving
  • Lime wedges for garnish
  • Extra cilantro sesame seeds, or sliced green onions, for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Toss shrimp with olive oil, lime juice, paprika, garlic powder, chili powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl and let marinate for 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Combine corn, red onion, bell pepper, cilantro, lime juice, and salt in a medium bowl. Gently fold in the diced avocado.
  • Preheat grill, grill pan, or skillet over medium-high heat. Grill shrimp for 2 to 3 minutes per side until pink and slightly charred.
  • Whisk mayonnaise or Greek yogurt with lime juice, minced garlic, cilantro, salt, and pepper until smooth. Adjust thickness with water or extra lime juice if needed.
  • Divide chosen base among bowls. Add corn and avocado salsa, top with grilled shrimp, drizzle with creamy lime sauce, and garnish as desired.
  • Serve immediately while shrimp are warm and fresh.

Notes

  • For a heartier meal, serve over rice or quinoa.
  • Add jalapeño or cayenne for extra heat.
  • Use dairy-free yogurt or omit sauce for dairy-free bowls.
  • Prepare salsa and sauce ahead; add avocado and shrimp before serving for freshness.