Save A fresh and vibrant bowl featuring juicy grilled shrimp, creamy avocado, sweet corn, and zesty lime over fluffy rice—a perfect light meal for summer.
I first made this shrimp bowl for a backyard cookout and it was gone within minutes—the citrus and smoky spices make the meal irresistibly lively.
Ingredients
- Shrimp: 1 lb (450 g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- Olive oil: 1 tbsp
- Smoked paprika: 1 tsp
- Garlic powder: 1/2 tsp
- Ground cumin: 1/2 tsp
- Salt: 1/2 tsp + 1/4 tsp for salsa
- Black pepper: 1/4 tsp
- Lime juice: Juice of 2 limes (1 for shrimp, 1 for salsa)
- Avocado: 1 large ripe, diced
- Corn kernels: 1 cup cooked (fresh, frozen, or canned and drained)
- Cherry tomatoes: 1/2 cup, quartered
- Red onion: 1/4 cup, finely diced
- Cilantro: 1/4 cup chopped + extra for garnish
- Jalapeño: 1 seeded and finely chopped (optional)
- Rice: 2 cups cooked white or brown, warm
- Lime wedges: For serving
Instructions
- Marinate shrimp:
- In a mixing bowl, toss shrimp with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, cumin, salt, pepper, and lime juice. Let marinate for 10 minutes.
- Prep grill:
- Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Thread shrimp onto skewers (soak wooden skewers in water for 10 minutes first if using).
- Grill shrimp:
- Grill shrimp for 2 3 minutes per side until pink, opaque, and lightly charred. Remove from heat.
- Mix salsa:
- In a bowl, combine avocado, corn, cherry tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, jalapeño (if using), lime juice, and salt. Gently toss to mix.
- Assemble bowls:
- Divide rice among 4 bowls. Top each with grilled shrimp and a scoop of salsa. Garnish with cilantro and serve with lime wedges.
Save My family loves to pile their bowls high and add extra lime—everyone gets creative with toppings and the whole meal comes together fast after a busy day.
Suggested Variations
Swap out the shrimp for grilled chicken or tofu for a vegetarian twist, or try sautéed black beans for extra protein.
Serving Ideas
Serve with a crisp Sauvignon Blanc or light lager to complement the citrus notes, or add a side of grilled veggies for a more filling meal.
Nutrition Info
Each serving has about 385 calories, 15 g fat, 38 g carbohydrates and 25 g protein—perfect for a balanced, satisfying meal.
Save This bowl makes weeknight dinners feel bright and effortless—a delicious way to enjoy fresh shrimp and summer flavors in no time.