Description
This vibrant and healthy recipe features grilled shrimp served with a fresh avocado and corn salsa, accompanied by a creamy garlic sauce. Perfect for a quick, flavorful meal, the dish combines smoky, tangy, and creamy elements with nutritious ingredients like brown rice or mixed greens, making it both delicious and balanced.
Ingredients
Shrimp
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Corn Salsa
- 2 ears of corn, grilled and kernels removed
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
- 1 jalapeño, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
- Salt to taste
Other
- 1 ripe avocado, sliced
- 2 cups cooked brown rice or mixed greens
Creamy Garlic Sauce
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
- 1 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Grill: Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat to get it ready for cooking the shrimp and corn.
- Prepare Shrimp: In a bowl, toss the peeled and deveined shrimp with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to evenly coat them with the spices.
- Grill Shrimp: Place the shrimp on the grill and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until they turn pink and opaque, indicating they are fully cooked. Remove them from the grill and set aside.
- Make Corn Salsa: In a medium bowl, combine the grilled corn kernels, halved cherry tomatoes, finely diced red onion, chopped jalapeño, lime juice, and chopped cilantro. Season with salt and mix well to create a fresh salsa.
- Prepare Creamy Garlic Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt (or sour cream), mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, and salt until smooth and well combined.
- Assemble Bowls: Arrange cooked brown rice or mixed greens as the base in serving bowls. Top with grilled shrimp, spoonfuls of corn salsa, and sliced avocado. Drizzle the creamy garlic sauce over the top.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with extra cilantro and lime wedges if desired. Serve immediately to enjoy the fresh flavors.
Notes
- For a spicier salsa, add more jalapeño or include some of the seeds.
- You can substitute shrimp with grilled chicken or tofu for a different protein option.
- Use mixed greens instead of brown rice for a lower-carb version.
- Grilling the corn adds a smoky flavor, but you can also use boiled corn if needed.
- The creamy garlic sauce can be prepared a day ahead and stored in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American