Name: Simple Grilled Shrimp Bowl for Last-Minute Healthy Dinners
Ingredients: 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional); 1 cup frozen corn, thawed; 1/2 cup red onion, diced; 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped; 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional); 1 lime, juiced; Salt to taste; 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 1/4 cup sour cream; 1 tablespoon cilantro, chopped; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1 avocado, sliced or mashed; Sesame seeds, for garnish; Green onions, chopped, for garnish

Description

This grilled shrimp bowl is a fresh and balanced meal made with tender grilled shrimp, bright corn salsa, creamy garlic sauce, and avocado. It’s a simple, healthy dinner that comes together quickly and works perfectly for last-minute meals or light summer dinners.

Ingredients

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For the Grilled Shrimp

1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)

For the Corn Salsa

1 cup frozen corn, thawed
1/2 cup red onion, diced
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
1 jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional)
1 lime, juiced
Salt to taste

For the Creamy Garlic Sauce

1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon cilantro, chopped
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 clove garlic, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

For the Bowl

1 avocado, sliced or mashed
Sesame seeds, for garnish
Green onions, chopped, for garnish

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Instructions

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
In a bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper if using.
Grill the shrimp for 2–3 minutes per side until pink, opaque, and fully cooked. Remove from the grill and set aside.
In a separate bowl, combine the thawed corn, diced red onion, chopped cilantro, minced jalapeño if using, lime juice, and salt. Mix well and set aside.
In a small bowl, stir together the mayonnaise, sour cream, cilantro, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until smooth and creamy.
To assemble the bowls, start with a layer of avocado as the base.
Top with grilled shrimp and corn salsa.

Drizzle with the creamy garlic sauce and garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions before serving.

Notes

Pat shrimp dry before seasoning for better grilling results.
Avoid overcooking shrimp to keep them tender.

Store bowl components separately for best texture.

Recipe Details
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Servings: 2–3 servings
- Calories: ~480 kcal per serving (estimate)