Grilled Shrimp Bowl with Avocado, Corn Salsa & Creamy Garlic Sauce
A healthy and delicious meal that combines grilled shrimp, avocado, corn salsa, and creamy garlic sauce for a heart-smart bowl.
Equipment
- measuring cups and spoons
- Mixing Bowls w/lids
- Large Cast Iron Grill Pan
- Mandolin Slicer and Food Chopper Set
- Herb Scissors/Chopper
- Citrus Juicer (hand)
- whisk
Ingredients
For the Shrimp
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional
For the Corn Salsa
- 1 cup frozen corn, thawed
- ½ cup red onion, diced
- ¼ cup cilantro, chopped
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced optional
- 1 lime juiced
- Salt to taste
For the Creamy Garlic Sauce
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon cilantro, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
For the Bowl
- 1 avocado sliced (or mashed)
- Sesame seeds for garnish
- green onions, chopped for garnish
Instructions
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine shrimp, olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using). Toss to coat.
- Combine corn, red onion, jalapeño (if using), cilantro, lime juice, and salt in a bowl. Mix gently and set aside.
- Grill the shrimp over medium heat for 2-3 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, cilantro, lime juice, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Divide the corn salsa between bowls and top with grilled shrimp, avocado (sliced, cubed, or mashed), and drizzle with Creamy Garlic Sauce. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
Notes
For added spice, consider adding more cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes to the shrimp marinade. Serve with a side salad or soup or add cooked rice to the bowl for a more filling meal.
Nutrition
Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg
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