Grilled Shrimp Avocado Bowl (Print)

Grilled shrimp, corn salsa, avocado, and tangy sauce combine in a vibrant, flavorful gluten-free bowl.

# Ingredients:

→ Shrimp Marinade

01 - 450 g large shrimp, peeled and deveined
02 - 30 ml olive oil
03 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
04 - 0.5 tsp ground cumin
05 - 0.5 tsp chili powder
06 - 0.25 tsp garlic powder
07 - Juice of 1 lime
08 - Salt, to taste
09 - Black pepper, to taste

→ Corn Salsa

10 - 375 ml corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
11 - 40 g diced red bell pepper
12 - 25 g chopped green onions
13 - 8 g chopped cilantro
14 - 15 ml lime juice
15 - Salt, to taste

→ Avocado Mash

16 - 2 ripe avocados
17 - Juice of half a lime
18 - Salt, to taste
19 - Black pepper, to taste

→ Creamy Sauce

20 - 120 ml mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
21 - 15 ml lime juice
22 - 5 ml hot sauce (optional, to taste)
23 - 0.5 tsp garlic powder
24 - 0.5 tsp smoked paprika
25 - 8 g chopped cilantro
26 - Salt, to taste

→ For Serving

27 - Cooked rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice (optional base)
28 - Fresh chopped cilantro, for garnish

# Steps:

01 - In a bowl, combine olive oil, smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, lime juice, salt, and black pepper. Toss shrimp in marinade until evenly coated. Cover and marinate for 15–20 minutes.
02 - In a separate bowl, combine corn, red bell pepper, green onions, cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Mix well and refrigerate to chill.
03 - Scoop avocado flesh into a bowl. Add lime juice, salt, and black pepper. Mash until the mixture is creamy yet still slightly chunky.
04 - In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise or Greek yogurt, lime juice, hot sauce if using, garlic powder, smoked paprika, cilantro, and salt. Adjust thickness with a splash of water if desired.
05 - Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Grill shrimp for 2–3 minutes per side until pink, opaque, and lightly charred.
06 - Layer cooked rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice in serving bowls. Top with corn salsa, avocado mash, and grilled shrimp. Drizzle with creamy sauce and garnish with fresh cilantro.

# Notes:

01 - For enhanced spiciness, increase the amount of hot sauce in the creamy sauce.
02 - Substitute shrimp with grilled chicken or tofu to accommodate dietary preferences.
03 - This bowl can be served warm or chilled, making it ideal for meal preparation.