Easy Grilled Shrimp Bowl (Print version)

Juicy grilled shrimp topped with avocado corn salsa over fluffy rice for a fresh, light summer meal.

# What You Need:

→ 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

# How to Make:

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

# Expert tips:

01 -
  • Perfect for summer and light meals
  • Easy to customize for dietary needs
02 -
  • This recipe is naturally gluten-free and dairy-free
  • Always check ingredient labels for allergens
03 -
  • Swap rice for quinoa or cauliflower rice for lower carbs
  • Black beans and shredded lettuce make great additions
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