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A close-up view of a healthy shrimp bowl with perfectly grilled shrimp, sliced avocado, and fresh cilantro. The components are arranged neatly over a bed of white rice.

Grilled Shrimp Bowl with Cilantro Lime Dressing

This Grilled Shrimp Bowl is a healthy, flavorful, and easy-to-make meal. Packed with juicy grilled shrimp, fresh veggies, and a creamy cilantro lime dressing, it's the perfect weeknight dinner ready in about 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 2 cloves garlic finely minced
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 0.5 tsp cumin
  • 0.5 tsp smoked paprika
  • 0.25 tsp salt or to taste
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 0.25 cup fresh cilantro
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 1 pinch salt and pepper
  • 2 cups cooked rice white or brown
  • 1 cup canned black beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup canned corn drained
  • 1 large avocado sliced or diced
  • 0.5 cup cherry tomatoes halved

Equipment

  • 1 Grill
  • 1 Blender For the dressing
  • 8 Skewers Optional

Method
 

  1. In a medium bowl, combine the shrimp, olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat evenly. Let marinate for 15-30 minutes.
  2. While the shrimp marinates, add Greek yogurt, cilantro, lime juice, olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper to a blender. Blend until completely smooth and creamy.
  3. Preheat a grill to medium-high heat. Thread the marinated shrimp onto skewers. Grill for 2-3 minutes per side, until pink and opaque. Be careful not to overcook.
  4. Divide the cooked rice among four bowls. Top with grilled shrimp, black beans, corn, avocado, and cherry tomatoes. Drizzle with the cilantro lime dressing and serve immediately.

Notes

Tip 1: Don't marinate the shrimp for more than 30 minutes. The acid in the lime juice will start to break down the proteins, making the shrimp mushy.
Tip 2: To save time, use pre-cooked rice and canned beans and corn.
Tip 3: If you don't have a grill, you can cook the shrimp in a grill pan or a cast-iron skillet on the stove over medium-high heat.