Description
Crisp garlic toast serves as a perfect canvas for succulent shrimp and creamy avocado in this Mediterranean-inspired appetizer. Bold flavors and fresh ingredients combine to create an irresistible bite you’ll crave at your next gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup shrimp, cooked
- 1 avocado, cubed
- 1 cup grape or cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 to 2 tbsps lemon juice
- Salt to season
Instructions
- Preparation: Crisp bread slices to a golden-brown perfection, creating a sturdy foundation for the garlic toast. Drizzle olive oil and rub with a halved garlic clove for an aromatic base.
- Shrimp Seasoning: Marinate shrimp with salt, black pepper, and cayenne, ensuring each morsel is infused with zesty flavor. Sauté in a hot skillet until they turn pink and develop a light char.
- Avocado Preparation: Slice ripe avocados into delicate cubes, maintaining their creamy integrity. Gently fold the sautéed shrimp into the avocado, creating a luscious, vibrant mixture.
- Assembly: Spread the shrimp-avocado blend generously across the garlic-infused toast, covering each slice with a lavish topping that promises a symphony of textures and tastes.
- Garnishing and Serving: Sprinkle fresh cilantro and optional red pepper flakes for a burst of color and added complexity. Serve immediately while the toast remains crisp and the topping is cool and inviting.
Notes
- Bread Selection: Choose thick, sturdy bread like sourdough or rustic country bread that can support the creamy shrimp and avocado mixture without becoming soggy.
- Avocado Ripeness: Select avocados that yield slightly to gentle pressure but aren’t mushy, ensuring perfect creamy texture and optimal flavor.
- Shrimp Cooking Tip: Quickly sauté shrimp over high heat to prevent overcooking, which can make them tough and rubbery, preserving their tender, succulent quality.
- Serving Recommendation: Prepare ingredients just before serving to maintain the toast’s crispness and prevent the avocado from browning, guaranteeing a fresh, vibrant presentation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 11 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg