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Grilled Shrimp Bowl with Asparagus & Creamy Garlic Sauce

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This Grilled Shrimp Bowl with Asparagus & Creamy Garlic Sauce offers a vibrant blend of flavors in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 470
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp and Asparagus
  • 1 lb Shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 lb Asparagus can substitute with zucchini or bell peppers
  • 2 Tbsp Olive Oil or avocado oil for grilling
  • 1 tsp Kosher Salt adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper freshly cracked for better flavor
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika or regular paprika if unavailable
For the Rice Base
  • 2 cups Cooked Rice or quinoa/cauliflower rice
For the Creamy Garlic Sauce
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced freshly minced for best flavor
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise can use Greek yogurt for a lighter option
  • 1/2 cup Plain Greek Yogurt or substitute with sour cream
  • 2 Tbsp Water adjust for desired consistency
  • 2 Tbsp Lemon Juice fresh juice preferred
  • 1/2 tsp Red Pepper Flakes adjust for spice preference
  • 1 Tbsp Chopped Parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Grill
  • mixing bowl
  • Grill Brush
  • Measuring spoons
  • whisk

Method
 

Grilled Shrimp Bowl Steps
  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F/200°C) and clean the grates.
  2. Season the shrimp with half of the olive oil, kosher salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika.
  3. Coat asparagus with remaining olive oil and a pinch of salt.
  4. Grill asparagus for 3-4 minutes, turning occasionally, until tender-crisp.
  5. Grill shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side until they are opaque and lightly charred.
  6. In a bowl, whisk together garlic, mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, water, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes to make the creamy garlic sauce.
  7. Divide cooked rice among serving bowls as a base.
  8. Layer grilled shrimp and asparagus over the rice in each bowl.
  9. Drizzle creamy garlic sauce over the top and garnish with parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 470kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 28gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 16gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 550mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish is versatile; substitute vegetables as desired and feel free to prepare the sauce in advance for enhanced flavor.

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