Grilled Shrimp Avocado Corn Salsa (Print Version)

Juicy shrimp, zesty avocado, bold corn salsa and creamy sauce unite for a colorful bowl.

# Ingredients:

→ Grilled Shrimp

01 - 450 g large shrimp, peeled and deveined
02 - 30 ml olive oil
03 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
04 - 0.5 tsp ground cumin
05 - 0.5 tsp chili powder
06 - 0.25 tsp garlic powder
07 - Juice of 1 lime
08 - Salt and black pepper to taste
09 - Fresh chopped cilantro, for garnish

→ Corn Salsa

10 - 225 g corn kernels, fresh, frozen or canned
11 - 40 g diced red bell pepper
12 - 25 g chopped green onions
13 - 8 g chopped cilantro
14 - 15 ml lime juice
15 - Salt to taste

→ Avocado Mash

16 - 2 ripe avocados
17 - Juice of 0.5 lime
18 - Salt and black pepper to taste

→ Creamy Sauce

19 - 120 g mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
20 - 15 ml lime juice
21 - 1 tsp hot sauce, optional, to taste
22 - 0.5 tsp garlic powder
23 - 0.5 tsp smoked paprika
24 - 8 g chopped cilantro
25 - Salt to taste

→ Optional Base

26 - Cooked rice, quinoa or cauliflower rice

# Instructions:

01 - In a large bowl, combine olive oil, smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, lime juice, salt, and black pepper. Add shrimp and toss to coat evenly. Allow to marinate for 15–20 minutes.
02 - In a separate bowl, mix corn kernels with diced red bell pepper, chopped green onions, chopped cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Stir to combine and refrigerate until serving.
03 - Place avocado flesh in a bowl. Add lime juice, salt, and pepper, then mash to a creamy yet slightly chunky texture.
04 - Whisk together mayonnaise or Greek yogurt, lime juice, hot sauce (if using), garlic powder, smoked paprika, chopped cilantro, and salt in a small bowl. Add a splash of water to adjust thickness if desired.
05 - Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill marinated shrimp for 2–3 minutes on each side, until pink and lightly charred. Set aside.
06 - Add cooked rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice to serving bowls. Top with corn salsa, avocado mash, and grilled shrimp. Drizzle generously with creamy sauce and garnish with fresh cilantro.

# Notes:

01 - Ensure shrimp are fully dry before marinating to enhance flavor absorption and achieve optimal grill sear.