Blackened Shrimp Avocado Bowl (Printable Version)

Spicy blackened shrimp paired with creamy avocado corn salsa and fluffy rice in a fresh, vibrant bowl.

# What You Need:

→ Shrimp

01 - 1 pound large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
04 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 1 teaspoon onion powder
06 - ½ teaspoon dried thyme
07 - ½ teaspoon dried oregano
08 - ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper, adjust to taste
09 - ½ teaspoon salt
10 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper

→ Avocado Corn Salsa

11 - 1 ripe avocado, diced
12 - 1 cup corn kernels, fresh or thawed
13 - ½ cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
14 - ¼ cup red onion, finely diced
15 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
16 - 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional)
17 - Juice of 1 lime
18 - ¼ teaspoon salt

→ Bowl Base & Garnish

19 - 2 cups cooked white or brown rice, hot
20 - Lime wedges, for serving
21 - Extra fresh cilantro, for garnish

# Step-by-Step Directions:

01 - In a medium bowl, coat shrimp evenly with olive oil and spices: smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, oregano, cayenne, salt, and black pepper.
02 - Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place shrimp in a single layer and cook 2 to 3 minutes per side until opaque and slightly charred. Remove from heat.
03 - Combine avocado, corn, cherry tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, jalapeño if using, lime juice, and salt gently in a bowl.
04 - Divide hot cooked rice between four bowls. Top each serving with blackened shrimp and a generous scoop of avocado corn salsa.
05 - Finish with extra cilantro and lime wedges. Serve immediately for best freshness.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Bursting with bold Southwestern flavors
  • Ready in just 30 minutes perfect for busy weeknights
02 -
  • To keep this meal gluten-free carefully verify all packaged ingredients
  • This dish contains shellfish so avoid if you have allergies
03 -
  • For extra flavor grill the corn before mixing into the salsa
  • Watch shrimp closely while cooking to prevent overcooking and keep them juicy
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