Fresh Shrimp Creamy Avocado Bowls (Printable format)

Enjoy smoky grilled shrimp, creamy avocado, nutty quinoa, and zesty mango salsa, all drizzled with a tangy lime chili sauce.

# List of ingredients:

→ Shrimp

01 - 1 pound fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
04 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
05 - Salt and black pepper to taste

→ Quinoa & Avocado Base

06 - 1 cup cooked quinoa
07 - 1 ripe avocado, halved, pitted and sliced

→ Mango Salsa

08 - 1 mango, peeled and diced
09 - 1 small red onion, finely chopped
10 - 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
11 - 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced
12 - Juice of 1 lime
13 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
14 - Salt to taste

→ Lime Chili Sauce

15 - 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
16 - 1 tablespoon lime juice
17 - 1 teaspoon chili powder
18 - Salt to taste

→ Garnish

19 - Fresh lime wedges for serving

# How to make it:

01 - Combine shrimp, olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt and pepper in a large bowl. Toss thoroughly to coat and let stand for 15 minutes to absorb flavors.
02 - Mix diced mango, red onion, red bell pepper, jalapeño, lime juice, cilantro and a pinch of salt in a medium bowl until evenly combined. Set aside at room temperature.
03 - Whisk together sour cream, lime juice, chili powder and salt in a small bowl until smooth and fully incorporated. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
04 - Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook shrimp for 2 to 3 minutes per side until pink, opaque and cooked through. Transfer to a plate.
05 - Divide cooked quinoa evenly among 4 bowls. Arrange sliced avocado and grilled shrimp alongside the quinoa in each bowl.
06 - Spoon mango salsa generously over the shrimp and quinoa. Drizzle with lime chili sauce and garnish with fresh lime wedges. Serve immediately while components are at optimal temperature.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The lime chili sauce hits that perfect spot between tangy and gently spicy, making you want to drizzle it on everything
  • Each bowl feels like sunshine on a plate, with textures that keep every bite interesting
02 -
  • Overcooked shrimp becomes rubbery and disappointing, so pull them from heat as soon as they turn pink throughout
  • The lime chili sauce thickens in the refrigerator, so thin it with a teaspoon of water before serving if needed
03 -
  • Pat the shrimp completely dry before marinating, and they will develop a better sear
  • Let the mango salsa sit for at least 20 minutes before serving
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