Ingredients
Shrimp
- 1 lb. large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
Avocado Corn Salsa
- 1 cup frozen corn, thawed
- ½ cup red onion, diced
- ¼ cup cilantro, chopped
- 1 jalapeño, minced (optional)
- 1 lime, juiced
- Salt to taste
- 1 avocado, sliced or mashed
Cilantro-Lime Sauce
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup sour cream
- 1 tbsp cilantro, chopped
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Garnish
- Sesame seeds
- Green onions
Instructions
- Season Shrimp: In a bowl, toss the peeled and deveined shrimp with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using) until evenly coated with the spice mixture.
- Prepare Salsa: In another bowl, combine the thawed corn, diced red onion, minced jalapeño (optional), lime juice, chopped cilantro, and salt to taste. Mix well and set aside to allow flavors to meld.
- Grill Shrimp: Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Place the seasoned shrimp on the grill and cook for 2–3 minutes per side or until the shrimp turn pink and develop a light sear. Remove from heat once cooked.
- Make Cilantro-Lime Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, chopped cilantro, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until smooth and creamy.
- Assemble Bowls: Distribute the avocado corn salsa evenly between two bowls. Top with grilled shrimp, add sliced or mashed avocado, drizzle with the cilantro-lime sauce, and garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions for a fresh finish.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add extra jalapeño or cayenne pepper as desired.
- The avocado can be mashed for a creamier texture or sliced for added bite.
- To make this dish dairy-free, substitute mayonnaise for sour cream or use a dairy-free sour cream alternative.
- Fresh corn can be used instead of frozen when in season for enhanced sweetness.
- If you don’t have access to a grill, shrimp can be cooked in a grill pan or skillet on the stovetop.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
