Fresh Shrimp Avocado Bowls (Printable)

Grilled shrimp with creamy avocado, quinoa, and fresh mango salsa drizzled with zesty lime chili sauce for a vibrant, satisfying bowl.

# What You Need:

→ 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 pepper to taste

→ Quinoa & Avocado

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, 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 - Lime wedges for serving

# Directions:

01 - In a large bowl, toss shrimp with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Allow to marinate for 15 minutes.
02 - In a medium bowl, combine diced mango, chopped red onion, diced red bell pepper, minced jalapeño, lime juice, cilantro, and salt. Mix thoroughly and set aside.
03 - In a small bowl, whisk together sour cream or Greek yogurt, lime juice, chili powder, and salt until smooth. Set aside.
04 - Heat a grill pan or non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and cooked through. Remove from heat.
05 - Divide cooked quinoa among four serving bowls. Top each with sliced avocado and place grilled shrimp alongside.
06 - Spoon mango salsa generously over the shrimp. Drizzle lime chili sauce over the top and garnish with lime wedges. Serve immediately.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Every bite delivers a different texture, from silky avocado to snappy shrimp and juicy mango.
  • It feels like restaurant food but comes together in under an hour with pantry staples.
  • You can prep each component ahead and toss it together right before serving, making it perfect for busy weeknights or weekend guests.
02 -
  • Do not overcook the shrimp or they turn rubbery, pull them off the heat as soon as they curl and turn opaque.
  • Let the shrimp marinate for the full 15 minutes, it makes a huge difference in flavor and helps the spices stick.
  • Assemble the bowls right before serving so the avocado stays green and the quinoa doesn't get soggy.
03 -
  • Pat the shrimp completely dry before marinating so the spices stick and the shrimp get a good sear instead of steaming.
  • Taste the mango salsa before serving and add more lime or salt if it tastes flat, the acidity and seasoning should be bold.
  • If your grill pan is not hot enough, the shrimp will stick and steam instead of char, wait until the pan is almost smoking before adding them.
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