Easy Grilled Shrimp Bowl (Print Version)

Grilled shrimp paired with avocado corn salsa atop fluffy rice for a vibrant, light summer dish.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Shrimp

01 - 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
04 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
06 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
07 - 1/4 teaspoon 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 teaspoon salt

→ Bowl Base

17 - 2 cups cooked white or brown rice, warm
18 - Lime wedges, for serving

# How to Make It:

01 - Combine shrimp with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, ground cumin, salt, black pepper, and lime juice in a mixing bowl. Toss evenly and let marinate for 10 minutes.
02 - Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Thread marinated shrimp onto skewers; if using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 10 minutes before threading.
03 - Grill skewered shrimp for 2–3 minutes per side until pink, opaque, and lightly charred. Remove from heat.
04 - In a bowl, gently combine diced avocado, cooked corn kernels, quartered cherry tomatoes, finely diced red onion, chopped cilantro, jalapeño if desired, lime juice, and salt.
05 - Divide warm rice between four bowls. Top each with grilled shrimp and a generous portion of avocado corn salsa. Garnish with extra cilantro and lime wedges before serving.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Ready in 30 minutes for a quick summer meal
  • Fresh flavors and gluten-free, dairy-free ingredients
02 -
  • This recipe is naturally gluten-free and dairy-free
  • Contains shellfish. Always check labels to avoid cross contamination if serving to guests with allergies
03 -
  • Try quinoa or cauliflower rice instead of rice for fewer carbs
  • Add black beans or chopped lettuce for extra texture and fiber
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