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Keto Shrimp Recipes Grilled Shrimp Bowl with Avocado Corn Salsa

When I think of comfort food that doesn’t weigh me down, this shrimp bowl is what comes to mind. The grilled shrimp land on the plate with that smoky char you can almost taste just by looking at them. They’re tender, juicy, and quick to cook, which makes them my weeknight hero. Then there’s the salsa, and oh boy, the salsa. Sweet corn, buttery avocado, and a squeeze of lime make a trio so bright it feels like sunshine in a bowl. I’ve made this for friends who claim they don’t like shrimp, and let’s just say they went home as shrimp converts. The creamy garlic sauce ties it all together, a silky drizzle that clings to the shrimp in just the right way. This isn’t just one of my favorite grilled shrimp recipes; it’s the kind of shrimp keto recipe that makes you forget you’re even being mindful of carbs. Call it one of those garlic shrimp recipes that doubles as both comfort food and a showstopper. Honestly, recipes with shrimp don’t get much easier, and if you’ve been looking for a recipe with shrimp that makes dinner feel special, this one’s it. Out of all the shrimp recipes I’ve cooked, this is the one I go back to again and again.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keywords: garlic shrimp recipes, grilled shrimp recipes, keto shrimp recipes, recipe with shrimp, recipes with shrimp, shrimp keto recipes, shrimp recipes
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Lila

Ingredients

  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup corn kernels, grilled or roasted
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Warm cooked rice or cauliflower rice for serving

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, toss shrimp with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  2. Grill shrimp over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and slightly charred.
  3. For the salsa, mix corn, avocado, red onion, cilantro, and lime juice in a bowl.
  4. In a separate small bowl, whisk together yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil for the sauce.
  5. Serve shrimp over rice or cauliflower rice, top with salsa, and drizzle with creamy garlic sauce.