– 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
– 2 ripe avocados, diced
– 1 cup corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
– 1 medium red onion, finely chopped
– 1 red bell pepper, finely chopped
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
– 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
For the Creamy Garlic Sauce:
– 1/2 cup mayonnaise
– 2 tablespoons sour cream
– 2-3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon lemon juice
– Salt and pepper to taste
Creating the Grilled Shrimp Bowl with Avocado, Corn Salsa & Creamy Garlic Sauce is straightforward. Just follow these steps:
1. Preheat the Grill: Heat your grill to medium-high.
2. Marinate the Shrimp: In a bowl, mix the shrimp with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Let it marinate for about 10 minutes.
3. Prepare the Salsa: In another bowl, combine diced avocados, corn, red onion, red bell pepper, cilantro, and lime juice. Mix gently and set aside.
4. Cook the Shrimp: Once the grill is hot, grill the shrimp for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they are pink and opaque.
5. Make the Creamy Garlic Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until fully combined. Adjust seasoning as necessary.
6. Assemble the Bowl: In bowls, layer the corn salsa and grilled shrimp. Drizzle with a generous amount of creamy garlic sauce on top.
7. Garnish: Finish with additional cilantro or lime wedges if desired.
Following these simple steps will lead you to a delightful, indulgent meal that showcases the best of grilled shrimp with all the right accompaniments.