Description
This Grilled Shrimp Bowl with Asparagus & Creamy Garlic Sauce is a fresh, protein-packed meal. Juicy grilled shrimp are paired with crisp asparagus, fluffy quinoa or rice, and a tangy creamy garlic sauce for a perfect balanced bowl.
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup quinoa or rice, cooked
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
Instructions
- Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
- Toss shrimp with 1 tbsp olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Brush asparagus with remaining olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Grill shrimp 2–3 minutes per side until opaque. Grill asparagus until tender and lightly charred, 4–5 minutes.
- In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, and chopped parsley to make the creamy garlic sauce.
- Serve grilled shrimp and asparagus over cooked quinoa or rice, and drizzle with creamy garlic sauce. Garnish with extra parsley if desired.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate shrimp in the sauce for 15 minutes before grilling.
- Substitute asparagus with broccoli or green beans if preferred.
- Can be served warm or chilled for meal prep.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American