Description
Enjoy a colorful and healthy Grilled Shrimp Bowl with creamy avocado, perfect for a refreshing meal bursting with flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 ripe avocados, sliced
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp chili powder (adjust to taste)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro, finely chopped (optional)
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Add shrimp and toss to coat. Marinate for 15-30 minutes.
- Preheat the grill to 400°F (200°C). If using skewers, soak them in water for about 30 minutes.
- Grill shrimp on direct heat for 2-3 minutes per side or until pink and opaque.
- While shrimp cooks, slice avocados into wedges.
- Assemble bowls by placing cooked rice or greens at the base, topping with grilled shrimp and avocado slices. Add cilantro if desired.
- Drizzle additional lemon juice over each bowl before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, try substituting the shrimp with chicken or tofu.
- Feel free to mix in your favorite vegetables or grains like quinoa or farro.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat gently.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 180mg