Grilled Shrimp Bowl with Asparagus & Creamy Garlic Sauce Recipe
This Grilled Shrimp Bowl with Asparagus & Creamy Garlic Sauce is a light, flavorful dish perfect for a quick, healthy meal. Succulent shrimp are marinated and grilled alongside fresh asparagus, then served with a zesty and creamy garlic sauce that enhances every bite. Ideal for seafood lovers looking for a nutritious and satisfying bowl meal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Shrimp and Marinade
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Asparagus
- 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt, to taste
Creamy Garlic Sauce
- ½ cup sour cream
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Marinate shrimp: In a bowl, combine 1 tablespoon olive oil, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add the shrimp and toss thoroughly to coat. Allow shrimp to marinate for 10 to 15 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Prepare asparagus: Drizzle the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the trimmed asparagus. Season with salt and toss to coat evenly, ensuring each stalk is well seasoned.
- Preheat grill: Heat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. This temperature is ideal for quick grilling that locks in moisture without drying out the shrimp and asparagus.
- Grill shrimp & asparagus: Place the shrimp on the grill and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side until they turn pink and opaque. At the same time or sequentially, grill the asparagus for about 5 to 7 minutes until they are tender but still crisp, with slight char marks for added flavor.
- Make sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the sour cream, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until the sauce is smooth and creamy with balanced tanginess and garlic flavor.
- Assemble: In serving bowls, arrange the grilled shrimp and asparagus. Drizzle generously with the creamy garlic sauce just before serving to add richness and a zesty finish to the dish.
Notes
- For a dairy-free option, substitute sour cream with a plant-based yogurt.
- Adjust the amount of garlic in the sauce according to your preference for intensity.
- Ensure the shrimp are deveined for the best texture and taste.
- Use fresh asparagus for best grilling results—thinner stalks cook more evenly.
- Serve immediately after assembling to enjoy the shrimp and asparagus at their prime texture and temperature.
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