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Grilled Shrimp Bowl with Avocado Corn Salsa


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  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

A vibrant and flavorful grilled shrimp bowl featuring succulent grilled shrimp atop a bed of fluffy rice, crowned with a fresh and zesty avocado corn salsa. Perfect for a quick, healthy, and satisfying meal.


Ingredients

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1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp cumin
1/4 tsp smoked paprika
Salt and black pepper to taste
2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
1 large avocado, diced
1.5 cups fresh or frozen (thawed) corn kernels
1/2 red onion, finely diced
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1-2 jalapeños, seeded and finely diced (optional)
2 tbsp lime juice (from 1-2 limes)
1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (for salsa)
Pinch of sugar (optional, for salsa)
Lime wedges, for serving


Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the shrimp marinade. In a medium bowl, combine 1 tbsp olive oil, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Add the peeled and deveined shrimp, tossing to coat evenly. Let marinate for 15-20 minutes at room temperature.
Step 2: While the shrimp marinates, prepare the avocado corn salsa. In a separate bowl, combine the diced avocado, corn kernels, diced red onion, chopped cilantro, and diced jalapeños (if using).
Step 3: Dress the salsa. Add 2 tbsp lime juice, 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, and an optional pinch of sugar to the salsa mixture. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Gently toss to combine and set aside.
Step 4: Preheat your grill or a grill pan to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
Step 5: Grill the shrimp. Place the marinated shrimp on the hot grill in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until pink and opaque and slightly charred. Be careful not to overcook, as shrimp cooks very quickly.
Step 6: Assemble the bowls. Divide the cooked rice among four serving bowls. Top each with a generous portion of the grilled shrimp.
Step 7: Finish and serve. Spoon a large amount of the avocado corn salsa over the shrimp and rice in each bowl. Serve immediately with extra lime wedges on the side for squeezing.

Notes

For an extra kick, add a dash of cayenne pepper to the shrimp marinade. If you don't have a grill, you can cook the shrimp in a hot skillet for the same amount of time. You can also add black beans to the salsa for extra protein and fiber. For meal prep, store the cooked shrimp, rice, and salsa separately and combine just before eating.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Seafood
  • Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 450 kcal
  • Sugar: 5 g
  • Sodium: 480 mg
  • Fat: 18 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 45 g
  • Fiber: 8 g
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Cholesterol: 210 mg
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