Easy Grilled Shrimp and Avocado Bowl – Better Than Takeout
Easy Grilled Shrimp and Avocado Bowl – Better Than Takeout. After making this many times, I’ve perfected the trick to juicy shrimp every time. The creamy avocado and crisp veggies make this bowl irresistible. Jump to the recipe card or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Homemade Sugar Free Blueberry Syrup and Easy Chicken Avocado Wrap Recipe.
Why This Easy Grilled Shrimp and Avocado Bowl – Better Than Takeout Is Pure Comfort
- Juicy shrimp cooked to perfection
- Creamy avocado and crisp veggies
- Better than takeout and ready in 20 minutes
What You'll Need for Easy Grilled Shrimp and Avocado Bowl – Better Than Takeout
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- 1 lb shrimp
- 2 ripe avocados
- 1 cucumber
- 1 bell pepper
- 1 red onion
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lime
- Optional: Fresh cilantro
- Optional: Crumbled feta
- Optional: Sliced jalapeño
📝 Ingredient Notes
- shrimp: Peel and devein if needed
- avocados: Ripe but firm for best texture
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
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How to Make Easy Grilled Shrimp and Avocado Bowl – Better Than Takeout
- Prepare shrimp: Toss shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Grill for 2-3 minutes per side.
- Prepare veggies: Dice cucumber, bell pepper, and red onion. Toss with lime juice, salt, and pepper.
- Assemble bowls: Divide grilled shrimp, diced veggies, and sliced avocado among bowls. Top with desired toppings.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy Grilled Shrimp and Avocado Bowl – Better Than Takeout
- Common mistake and fix: Overcooking shrimp makes them tough. To prevent this, grill for no more than 2-3 minutes per side.
- Pro tip: Use a grill basket for easy shrimp grilling and no clean-up.
- Pro tip: For a spicy kick, add sliced jalapeño to your bowl.
Storing & Reheating Easy Grilled Shrimp and Avocado Bowl – Better Than Takeout
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days Make-ahead tip: Prepare veggies and shrimp ahead of time. Assemble bowls just before serving.
Freezing Easy Grilled Shrimp and Avocado Bowl – Better Than Takeout
Not recommended for freezing
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in a 350°F oven for 10-15 minutes Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a quick meal, use pre-cooked shrimp and skip the grill.
- Best substitution: Substitute shrimp for chicken or tofu for a different twist.
- Make-ahead: Prepare veggies and shrimp ahead of time. Assemble bowls just before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe is easily scalable. Just adjust the ingredient quantities accordingly.
- Troubleshooting: If shrimp are overcooked, try grilling for less time or using a meat thermometer to ensure they reach 145°F.
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Easy Grilled Shrimp and Avocado Bowl – Better Than Takeout
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb shrimp
- 2 ripe avocados
- 1 cucumber
- 1 bell pepper
- 1 red onion
Seasonings
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lime
Optional Toppings
- Fresh cilantro
- Crumbled feta
- Sliced jalapeño
Instructions
- Prepare shrimp: Toss shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Grill for 2-3 minutes per side.
- Prepare veggies: Dice cucumber, bell pepper, and red onion. Toss with lime juice, salt, and pepper.
- Assemble bowls: Divide grilled shrimp, diced veggies, and sliced avocado among bowls. Top with desired toppings.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a quick meal, use pre-cooked shrimp and skip the grill.
- Best substitution: Substitute shrimp for chicken or tofu for a different twist.
- Make-ahead: Prepare veggies and shrimp ahead of time. Assemble bowls just before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe is easily scalable. Just adjust the ingredient quantities accordingly.
- Troubleshooting: If shrimp are overcooked, try grilling for less time or using a meat thermometer to ensure they reach 145°F.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days
- Freezer: Not recommended for freezing
- Oven reheat: Reheat in a 350°F oven for 10-15 minutes
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes
- Make ahead: Prepare veggies and shrimp ahead of time. Assemble bowls just before serving.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 350
- Protein: 30g
- Fat: 18g
- Carbs: 20g
- Fiber: 6g
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Cholesterol: 210mg
- Sat. Fat: 2.5g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Easy Grilled Shrimp and Avocado Bowl – Better Than Takeout FAQs
Prepare veggies and shrimp ahead of time. Assemble bowls just before serving.
Overcooking shrimp makes them tough. Grill for no more than 2-3 minutes per side.
Yes, cook shrimp at 400°F for 5-7 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
Chicken or tofu can be used as a substitute for shrimp.
Yes, this recipe is naturally gluten-free.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Easy Grilled Shrimp and Avocado Bowl – Better Than Takeout and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
