Shrimp Stuffed Avocado
Shrimp stuffed avocado recipe is a refreshing and flavorful dish that can be enjoyed as a light lunch or appetizer. The creamy and buttery texture of the avocado pairs well with the tender and slightly chewy texture of the shrimp. The flavors of the shrimp and vegetables is enhanced by the dressing or sauce used, which provides a tangy or zesty note to the dish.
Ingredients
Shrimp
- 1 lb. peeled small or medium-sized shrimp
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp chili flakes
- some black pepper
- 1-2 tbsp olive oil
Other ingredients
- 2 ripe avocados, halved and pitted
- ¼ cup diced tomato
- 2 tbsp finely diced red onion
- 2 tbsp chopped cilantro
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Mix shrimp with salt, pepper and chili flakes. Heat a pan with olive oil over medium-high. Add the shrimp and cook for about 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Set them aside.
- Cut the avocados in half and remove the pit. Scoop out a little bit of the avocado flesh from each half to create more space for the shrimp.
- Combine the cooked shrimp, avocado flesh, diced red onion, diced tomato, chopped cilantro, lime juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until everything is evenly coated. Stuff the shrimp mixture into the avocado halves, dividing the mixture evenly among them.
- Serve the stuffed avocado halves, garnished with additional cilantro leaves or lime wedges. Enjoy!