Easy Grilled Shrimp and Avocado Bowl Recipe
Easy Grilled Shrimp and Avocado Bowl – Better than takeout, this crispy shrimp and creamy avocado bowl is ready in 20 minutes. After making this many times, I discovered the trick to perfectly cooked shrimp every time. Keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Sun-Dried Tomato Spinach Grilled Cheese Recipe and Easy Tuscan White Bean Soup with Sausage and Spinach.
Why This Easy Grilled Shrimp and Avocado Bowl Recipe Is Pure Comfort
- Crispy shrimp with a tender center
- Creamy avocado and tangy lime dressing
- Quick and easy, better than takeout
What You'll Need for Easy Grilled Shrimp and Avocado Bowl Recipe
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- shrimp
- avocado
- limes
- olive oil
- garlic
- chili powder
- cumin
- salt
- pepper
- red onion
- cilantro
- jalapeño
- Optional: fresh corn
- Optional: black beans
- Optional: shredded cheese
- Optional: tortilla strips
đź“ť Ingredient Notes
- shrimp: Peel and devein if needed
đź›’ Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Cast Iron Skillet — Even heat for perfect searing → See on Amazon
- Avocado Slicer — Safely slice and pit avocados → See on Amazon
How to Make Easy Grilled Shrimp and Avocado Bowl Recipe
- Prepare Shrimp: Toss shrimp with olive oil, garlic, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Grill for 2-3 minutes per side.
- Make Dressing: Whisk together lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Add minced garlic and chopped jalapeño.
- Assemble Bowl: Divide cooked shrimp, sliced avocado, diced red onion, chopped cilantro, and dressing among bowls. Add optional toppings as desired.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy Grilled Shrimp and Avocado Bowl Recipe
- : Don't overcook the shrimp; they'll become tough and rubbery.
- Common mistake and fix: If your shrimp are overcooked, try cooking them for less time or at a lower temperature next time.
- : For a spicy kick, add more jalapeño or a pinch of cayenne pepper to the dressing.
Storing & Reheating Easy Grilled Shrimp and Avocado Bowl Recipe
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: Prepare shrimp and dressing ahead of time. Assemble just before serving.
Freezing Easy Grilled Shrimp and Avocado Bowl Recipe
Not recommended for freezing.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in a 350°F oven for 5-7 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a quick meal, use leftover cooked shrimp.
- Best substitution: Try grilled chicken or tofu instead of shrimp.
- Make-ahead: Prepare shrimp and dressing ahead of time. Assemble just before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe is easily scalable. Just adjust the ingredient quantities accordingly.
- Troubleshooting: If your shrimp are overcooked, try cooking them for less time or at a lower temperature next time.
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Easy Grilled Shrimp and Avocado Bowl Recipe
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- shrimp
- avocado
- limes
- olive oil
- garlic
Seasonings
- chili powder
- cumin
- salt
- pepper
- red onion
- cilantro
- jalapeño
Optional Toppings
- fresh corn
- black beans
- shredded cheese
- tortilla strips
Instructions
- Prepare Shrimp: Toss shrimp with olive oil, garlic, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Grill for 2-3 minutes per side.
- Make Dressing: Whisk together lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Add minced garlic and chopped jalapeño.
- Assemble Bowl: Divide cooked shrimp, sliced avocado, diced red onion, chopped cilantro, and dressing among bowls. Add optional toppings as desired.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a quick meal, use leftover cooked shrimp.
- Best substitution: Try grilled chicken or tofu instead of shrimp.
- Make-ahead: Prepare shrimp and dressing ahead of time. Assemble just before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe is easily scalable. Just adjust the ingredient quantities accordingly.
- Troubleshooting: If your shrimp are overcooked, try cooking them for less time or at a lower temperature next time.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Not recommended for freezing.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in a 350°F oven for 5-7 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.
- Make ahead: Prepare shrimp and dressing ahead of time. Assemble just before serving.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 350
- Protein: 24g
- Fat: 22g
- Carbs: 18g
- Fiber: 5g
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Cholesterol: 170mg
- Sat. Fat: 3g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Easy Grilled Shrimp and Avocado Bowl Recipe FAQs
Prepare shrimp and dressing ahead of time. Assemble just before serving.
Overcooking can make shrimp tough. Try cooking them for less time or at a lower temperature next time.
Yes, just make sure they're thawed and patted dry before cooking.
Add more jalapeño or a pinch of cayenne pepper to the dressing.
Absolutely! Try adding bell peppers, corn, or black beans for extra nutrition and flavor.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Easy Grilled Shrimp and Avocado Bowl Recipe and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
