Description
Indulge in a vibrant Grilled Shrimp Bowl that combines succulent grilled shrimp and tender asparagus, all drizzled with a rich, creamy garlic sauce. This dish is not only visually stunning but also bursting with flavor, making it perfect for summer gatherings or a quick weeknight dinner. In just 30 minutes, you can create a satisfying meal that tantalizes your taste buds and leaves everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 bunch asparagus (about 1 lb), trimmed
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, divided
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- In a bowl, mix 1 tbsp olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, pepper, paprika, and red pepper flakes. Add shrimp and marinate for 15-30 minutes.
- Toss asparagus with remaining olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill asparagus for 5-7 minutes until tender yet crisp.
- Grill shrimp for about 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- For the sauce, heat heavy cream in a saucepan over medium heat; stir in Parmesan cheese until smooth.
- Assemble by layering grilled asparagus in a bowl, adding shrimp on top, and drizzling generously with creamy garlic sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 220mg
Keywords: - Adjust the heat level by varying the amount of red pepper flakes. - Substitute shrimp with chicken or tofu for different protein options. - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat gently on low heat.