Description
A vibrant and refreshing summer dish featuring creamy avocado, sweet grilled corn, and smoky grilled shrimp tossed in a zesty lime dressing. Perfect as a light meal or side dish, this salad is quick, healthy, and packed with fresh flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
For the grilled shrimp:
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Juice of 1 lime
For the avocado corn salad:
- 2 ears of corn, grilled and kernels removed (or 1 ½ cups canned or frozen corn, drained)
- 1 large avocado, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ small red onion, finely chopped
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 small jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional)
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Shrimp
- In a bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, black pepper, and lime juice. Let marinate for 10-15 minutes.
- Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Thread the shrimp onto skewers (if using) and grill for 2-3 minutes per side until opaque and slightly charred. Remove from heat and set aside.
Step 2: Prepare the Salad
- If using fresh corn, grill the ears over medium heat for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally. Once charred, let cool and cut the kernels off the cob.
- In a large bowl, combine the corn, diced avocado, cherry tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, and jalapeño (if using).
- Drizzle with lime juice and olive oil. Season with salt and black pepper, then gently toss to combine.
Step 3: Assemble the Dish
- Arrange the avocado corn salad on a serving plate or bowl.
- Top with the grilled shrimp.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Make it creamy: Add a dollop of Greek yogurt or crumbled feta.
- Boost protein: Toss in black beans or grilled chicken.
- Adjust spice: Increase chili powder or add hot sauce.
- Meal option: Serve over quinoa, rice, or mixed greens.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: salad , main course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Keywords: Avocado Corn Salad, Grilled Shrimp Salad, Summer Salad, Healthy Shrimp Recipe, Fresh Corn Salad