Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon
Grilled Shrimp Bowl with Avocado with charred shrimp, sweet corn salsa, chunky avocado, and creamy garlic sauce being poured over the top.

Grilled Shrimp Bowl with Avocado, Corn Salsa & Creamy Garlic Sauce


5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

  • Author: Aneta
  • Total Time: 21 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

This Grilled Shrimp Bowl with Avocado is a fresh, flavor-packed dinner bowl with smoky grilled shrimp, zesty corn salsa, creamy avocado, and a dreamy garlicky sauce—ready fast and perfect for busy nights.


Ingredients

Scale

Grilled Shrimp

  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled & deveined
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)

Corn Salsa

  • 1 cup frozen corn, thawed
  • 1/2 cup red onion, diced
  • 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
  • 1 jalapeño, seeded & minced (optional)
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Salt, to taste

Creamy Garlic Sauce

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1 tbsp cilantro, chopped
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

For the Bowl

  • 1 avocado, sliced or mashed
  • Sesame seeds, for garnish
  • Green onions, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Season the shrimp: In a bowl, toss shrimp with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and cayenne (if using).
  2. Make the corn salsa: In another bowl, mix corn, red onion, jalapeño (optional), cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Set aside.
  3. Grill the shrimp: Grill over medium heat for 2–3 minutes per side, until pink and cooked through.
  4. Mix the creamy garlic sauce: Whisk mayonnaise, sour cream, cilantro, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  5. Assemble bowls: Spoon corn salsa into bowls, top with grilled shrimp and avocado, then drizzle with sauce. Finish with sesame seeds and green onions.

Notes

  • No grill? Use a hot skillet or grill pan—same cook time.
  • Don’t overcook shrimp: Pull them as soon as they turn opaque and pink.
  • Make it meal-prep friendly: Store shrimp, salsa, and sauce separately; add avocado fresh.
  • Spice control: Skip jalapeño/cayenne for mild, add both for heat.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 minutes
  • Category: Main course
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1/4 of recipe)
  • Calories: 495 kcal
  • Sugar: 4 g
  • Sodium: 650 mg
  • Fat: 32 g
  • Saturated Fat: 6 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 24 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 18 g
  • Fiber: 5 g
  • Protein: 25 g
  • Cholesterol: 190 mg