Description
A vibrant and satisfying dish featuring smoky grilled shrimp, fresh corn salsa, creamy garlic sauce, and avocado. Quick to prepare and full of flavor, perfect for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 lb. large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 cup frozen corn, thawed
- 1/2 cup red onion, diced
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional)
- 1 lime, juiced
- Salt to taste
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon cilantro, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 avocado, sliced
- Sesame seeds for garnish
- Green onions, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine shrimp with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
- Mix corn, red onion, cilantro, jalapeño, lime juice, and salt in a bowl for the salsa. Set aside.
- Grill shrimp over medium heat for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and cooked through.
- Whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, cilantro, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and black pepper to make the sauce.
- Divide corn salsa into bowls, top with grilled shrimp and avocado, drizzle with garlic sauce, and garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.
Notes
- Can be served over rice, quinoa, or greens for a heartier meal.
- Swap shrimp with chicken or tofu as needed.
- Cherry tomatoes or cucumber slices make great additions.
- Add hot sauce to increase spice level.
- Store components separately for freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 190mg
