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Grilled Shrimp Avocado Corn Salsa

A vibrant and healthy dish combining grilled shrimp, creamy avocado, and sweet corn, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 26 minutes
Course Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine American, Mexican
Servings 4 servings
Calories 500 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the grilled shrimp

  • 454 g large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 15 ml olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)

For the corn salsa

  • 160 g frozen corn, thawed
  • 80 g diced red onion
  • 10 g chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 unit jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional)
  • 1 unit lime, juiced for flavor
  • 1 to taste Salt

For the creamy sauce

  • 120 ml mayonnaise
  • 60 ml sour cream
  • 10 g chopped fresh cilantro
  • 15 ml lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper

To serve

  • 1 unit avocado, sliced
  • to taste unit Steamed rice as needed
  • to taste unit Sesame seeds for garnish
  • to taste unit Chopped green onions for garnish

Instructions
 

Preparation of Shrimp and Salsa

  • Combine shrimp, olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper in a mixing bowl. Toss until shrimp are evenly coated.
  • In a separate bowl, combine thawed corn, diced red onion, cilantro, minced jalapeño if using, lime juice, and salt. Mix gently and set aside to allow flavors to meld.

Grilling Shrimp

  • Preheat grill or grill pan to medium heat. Arrange shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.

Making the Creamy Sauce

  • In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, chopped cilantro, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth.

Serving

  • Spoon steamed rice into serving bowls. Arrange grilled shrimp, corn salsa, and avocado slices on top. Drizzle with creamy sauce and garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.

Notes

Serve warm or at room temperature. Keep avocado slices separate to prevent browning when storing leftovers.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4g
Keyword Avocado Salsa, Corn Salsa, Grilled Shrimp, Healthy Recipe, Summer Dish
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