Shrimp Avocado Bowls with Mango Salsa (Printable Version)

Grilled shrimp with creamy avocado, quinoa, fresh mango salsa, and tangy lime chili sauce in vibrant bowls.

# What You'll 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 and 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 fresh lime juice
17 - 1 teaspoon chili powder
18 - Salt to taste

→ Garnish

19 - Lime wedges for serving

# How to Make It:

01 - In a large bowl, combine shrimp with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Allow to marinate for 15 minutes at room temperature.
02 - In a medium bowl, combine diced mango, chopped red onion, diced red bell pepper, minced jalapeño, lime juice, fresh cilantro, and a pinch of salt. Mix thoroughly and reserve.
03 - In a small bowl, whisk together sour cream or Greek yogurt, lime juice, chili powder, and a pinch of salt until smooth. Set aside.
04 - Heat a grill pan or non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated shrimp and cook 2 to 3 minutes per side until pink and fully cooked. Transfer to a plate.
05 - Divide cooked quinoa evenly among four serving bowls. Top each portion with sliced avocado arranged alongside the quinoa.
06 - Place grilled shrimp next to the quinoa and avocado in each bowl. Spoon mango salsa generously over the shrimp.
07 - Drizzle lime chili sauce over the mango salsa and shrimp. Garnish each bowl with a lime wedge. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Every element brings its own texture and flavor, so you never get bored halfway through the bowl.
  • It looks restaurant-quality but comes together in under an hour, even if youre moving slowly.
  • You can prep each component ahead and assemble right before serving, making it perfect for busy weeknights or casual dinner parties.
  • The lime chili sauce is ridiculously versatile and youll start putting it on everything from tacos to roasted vegetables.
02 -
  • Do not overcook the shrimp or they turn rubbery and sad, pull them off the heat the moment they turn opaque and curl slightly.
  • Let the shrimp marinate for the full 15 minutes, it makes a noticeable difference in how the seasoning penetrates and flavors each bite.
  • Assemble the bowls just before serving so the avocado stays creamy and the quinoa does not get soggy from the salsa juices.
03 -
  • Use a grill pan with ridges to get those beautiful char marks on the shrimp, it adds a smoky flavor even if you are cooking indoors.
  • Taste the lime chili sauce before drizzling and adjust the chili powder or lime juice to match your heat and tang preferences.
  • Let the mango salsa sit for at least 10 minutes after mixing so the flavors marry and the lime juice softens the onion slightly.
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