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Grilled Shrimp Bowl with Corn Salsa & Creamy Sauce

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This Grilled Shrimp Bowl with Corn Salsa & Creamy Sauce is a quick, healthy, flavor-packed meal featuring smoky shrimp, fresh lime corn salsa, avocado, and a zesty garlic sauce. It’s perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep—and ready in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 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)
  • 1 cup frozen corn, thawed
  • ½ cup red onion, diced
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 jalapeño, minced (optional)
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Salt, to taste
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 avocado, sliced or mashed
  • Sesame seeds, for garnish
  • Chopped green onions, for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, toss shrimp with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne (if using) until evenly coated.
  2. Grill shrimp over medium-high heat for 2–3 minutes per side until pink and lightly charred. Set aside.
  3. In another bowl, mix thawed corn, diced red onion, chopped cilantro, jalapeño (optional), lime juice, and salt. Set aside to marinate.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, chopped cilantro, garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth. Chill until serving.
  5. To assemble bowls, layer avocado on the bottom. Top with grilled shrimp and corn salsa. Drizzle with garlic sauce and garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.

Notes

  • Serve over rice, quinoa, or greens for a heartier bowl.
  • Swap shrimp with tofu, salmon, or chicken for variation.
  • Use dairy-free alternatives for a vegan-friendly option.
  • Adjust spice by modifying cayenne or jalapeño quantities.
  • Store components separately if preparing for meal prep.

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