Pin A fresh and vibrant bowl featuring juicy grilled shrimp, creamy avocado, sweet corn, and zesty lime over fluffy rice—a perfect light meal for summer.
We first tried this shrimp bowl for a sunny weekend dinner after a trip to the farmers market. The colors and flavors reminded us of favorite summer vacations.
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Ingredients
- Shrimp: 1 lb (450 g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined. 1 tbsp olive oil. 1 tsp smoked paprika. 1/2 tsp garlic powder. 1/2 tsp ground cumin. 1/2 tsp salt. 1/4 tsp black pepper. Juice of 1 lime
- Avocado Corn Salsa: 1 large ripe avocado, diced. 1 cup cooked corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned and drained). 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered. 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced. 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped. 1 jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped (optional). Juice of 1 lime. 1/4 tsp salt
- Bowl Base: 2 cups cooked white or brown rice (warm). Lime wedges, for serving
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Instructions
- Marinate Shrimp:
- In a mixing bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, cumin, salt, pepper, and lime juice. Marinate for 10 minutes
- Prepare Grill:
- Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Thread shrimp onto skewers (if using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 10 minutes first)
- Grill Shrimp:
- Grill shrimp for 2,3 minutes per side, or until pink, opaque, and lightly charred. Remove from heat
- Mix Salsa:
- While the shrimp grills, combine avocado, corn, cherry tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, jalapeño (if using), lime juice, and salt in a bowl. Gently toss to mix
- Assemble Bowls:
- Divide rice among 4 bowls. Top each with grilled shrimp and a generous scoop of avocado corn salsa. Garnish with extra cilantro and serve with lime wedges
Pin Our kids love helping assemble these colorful bowls, adding their favorite salsa ingredients and squeezing fresh lime over the top.
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Required Tools
Grill or grill pan. Mixing bowls. Knife and cutting board. Skewers (if grilling shrimp)
Allergen Information
Contains shellfish (shrimp). Always double-check ingredient labels to ensure there is no cross-contamination if serving to those with food allergies
Nutritional Information
Calories: 385. Total Fat: 15 g. Carbohydrates: 38 g. Protein: 25 g per serving
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Serve these bowls immediately for best texture and flavor. Leftover salsa tastes great as a dip the next day
Recipe Questions
- → How do I ensure shrimp are cooked perfectly?
Grill shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until opaque and lightly charred, avoiding overcooking to maintain juiciness.
- → Can I substitute the rice base with other grains?
Yes, quinoa or cauliflower rice work well as low-carb alternatives providing varied textures and flavors.
- → What spices enhance the shrimp flavor?
Smoked paprika, garlic powder, and cumin impart a smoky, savory depth to the shrimp marinade.
- → Is the avocado corn salsa spicy?
The optional jalapeño adds mild heat, which can be adjusted or omitted based on preference.
- → How should the avocado corn salsa be stored?
Keep it covered in the fridge and consume within a day to prevent browning and maintain freshness.
