Easy Grilled Shrimp Bowl (Print View)

A vibrant bowl with grilled shrimp, avocado corn salsa, and fluffy rice for a light summer dish.

# Components:

→ Shrimp

01 - 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
02 - 1 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
04 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
05 - 1/2 tsp ground cumin
06 - 1/2 tsp salt
07 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
08 - Juice of 1 lime

→ Avocado Corn Salsa

09 - 1 large ripe avocado, diced
10 - 1 cup cooked corn kernels
11 - 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
12 - 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
13 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
14 - 1 jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped (optional)
15 - Juice of 1 lime
16 - 1/4 tsp salt

→ Bowl Base

17 - 2 cups cooked white or brown rice, warm
18 - Lime wedges, for serving

# Directions:

01 - Combine shrimp with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, ground cumin, salt, black pepper, and lime juice in a bowl. Toss to coat evenly and marinate for 10 minutes.
02 - Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 10 minutes before threading shrimp.
03 - Thread shrimp onto skewers and grill for 2 to 3 minutes per side until opaque, pink, and lightly charred. Remove from heat.
04 - In a bowl, gently toss diced avocado, cooked corn, cherry tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, jalapeño if using, lime juice, and salt until combined.
05 - Divide warm rice among four bowls. Top each with grilled shrimp and a generous portion of avocado corn salsa. Garnish with extra cilantro and serve alongside lime wedges.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick summertime dinner packed with fresh, colorful ingredients
  • Versatile and naturally gluten-free & dairy-free
02 -
  • If using frozen shrimp, thaw fully and pat dry before marinating
  • Peeling the shrimp before grilling helps them absorb flavor better and makes for easier eating
03 -
  • Use ripe avocados for the best creamy texture in your salsa
  • Soak wooden skewers to keep them from burning and to help shrimp cook evenly
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