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Grilled Shrimp Bowl with Avocado Corn Salsa

A vibrant and flavorful bowl featuring grilled shrimp topped with a fresh avocado corn salsa, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups cooked white rice or quinoa
  • 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or thawed frozen)
  • 1 ripe avocado, diced
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Toss the shrimp: In a bowl, combine your large shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix everything well until the shrimp are evenly coated.
  2. Marinate: Allow the shrimp to marinate for about 15-20 minutes.
  3. Combine the ingredients: In another bowl, mix the corn, diced avocado, halved cherry tomatoes, red onion, lime juice, minced garlic, and lemon juice.
  4. Whisk together the mayonnaise and water until smooth. Pour this over the salsa mixture and gently fold to combine.
  5. Heat your grill: Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates.
  6. Place the marinated shrimp on the grill and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they’re pink and opaque.
  7. Scoop a generous serving of cooked white rice or quinoa into your bowl.
  8. Top the rice with the grilled shrimp.
  9. Pile that fresh avocado corn salsa right on top.
  10. Finish with a squeeze of lime juice over the top.

Notes

If you have leftovers, store the shrimp and salsa separately to keep everything fresh.

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Keywords: shrimp bowl, avocado corn salsa, grilled shrimp, quick meals, healthy dinner