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Garlic Shrimp Crostini with Avocado

Garlic Shrimp Crostini with Avocado: A Fresh Flavor Explosion

Garlic Shrimp Crostini with Avocado is a simple yet elegant appetizer that blends bold flavors and fresh ingredients.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 crostini
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Garlic Shrimp
  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined fresh or frozen
  • 2-3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon paprika smoked paprika is recommended
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • to taste salt
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil
For the Crostini
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for brushing
For the Avocado Spread
  • 1 ripe avocado mashed essential for the crostini
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice or lemon juice

Equipment

  • skillet
  • baking sheet
  • Mixing bowl
  • fork
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by mincing the garlic and slicing the avocado in half to remove the pit. Scoop the avocado flesh into a bowl and mash it with a fork, adding lime juice. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, toss the shrimp with paprika, cumin, and salt. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 3-4 minutes until pink and opaque.
  3. Thinly slice the baguette. Brush each side with olive oil and arrange slices on a baking sheet. Toast in the oven for 5-10 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Spread mashed avocado on each toasted crostini, top with garlic shrimp, and drizzle with additional lime juice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1crostiniCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 10gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Assemble right before serving for optimal freshness. Feel free to substitute shrimp with grilled chicken or chickpeas.

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