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Garlic Shrimp Crostini with Avocado

Garlic Shrimp Crostini with Avocado: A Dreamy Appetizer Treat

A quick and elegant Garlic Shrimp Crostini with Avocado recipe that combines savory garlic shrimp with creamy avocado for a delightful appetizer.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 crostini
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crostini
  • 1 loaf Baguette Any crusty loaf works as a substitute.
For the Garlic Shrimp
  • 1 pound Shrimp Peeled and deveined, fresh or frozen.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced, adjust based on taste.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Regular paprika can be used if smoked isn't available.
  • 0.33 teaspoon Cumin Optional for a milder flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For sautéing shrimp.
For the Avocado Topping
  • 1 large Avocado Ripe for creaminess.
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice Fresh lime is ideal.
  • to taste Salt For seasoning.
  • to taste Pepper For seasoning.

Equipment

  • skillet
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Knife
  • Bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice baguette into ½-inch thick pieces and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  2. Brush both sides lightly with olive oil and bake for about 8–10 minutes until golden brown and crisp.
  3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant, about 1–2 minutes.
  4. Add shrimp, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper, and cook for approximately 5–7 minutes until shrimp turn pink and opaque.
  5. While shrimp are cooking, slice avocado in half, remove the pit, and mash it in a bowl with lime juice and a pinch of salt.
  6. Spread the avocado mixture on crostini, top with sautéed shrimp, and serve immediately for best flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1crostiniCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 10gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3.5gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve immediately after assembling for the best taste and texture. Can prep crostini and avocado mix in advance but cook shrimp just before serving.

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