Description
A delightful fusion of grilled shrimp, creamy avocado, and crunchy corn salsa, perfect for a fresh and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 ripe avocados, diced
- 1 cup fresh corn (or frozen sweet corn)
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 2 limes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream (for creamy sauce)
Instructions
- Combine olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Add shrimp, tossing to coat. Let marinate for about 15 minutes.
- Prepare the corn salsa by mixing fresh corn, diced red onion, chopped cilantro, lime juice, and salt in a separate bowl.
- Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the shrimp for about 2-3 minutes on each side, until pink and opaque.
- Whisk together the ingredients for the creamy sauce in a small bowl.
- Assemble your bowl starting with a base of quinoa or rice. Layer grilled shrimp, corn salsa, and diced avocado, then drizzle with creamy sauce.
Notes
Feel free to customize with grilled chicken or tofu for a vegetarian version. Serve with extra lime wedges for added zest.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican