Seared Shrimp Stuffed Avocados
Juicy shrimp and zesty tomato salsa tucked into creamy avocado halves—fresh, flavorful, and perfect for a light, low-carb meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 2–3 servings
- Category: Appetizer, Main Course
- Method: Pan-Seared
- Cuisine: American, Fusion
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
For the Shrimp:
12–15 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tbsp olive oil or butter
1 tsp paprika (or smoked paprika)
½ tsp garlic powder
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Juice of ½ lemon
For the Avocados:
2 ripe avocados, halved and pitted
For the Tomato Salsa:
2 medium tomatoes, finely diced
2 tbsp red onion, finely chopped
1 tbsp fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp lemon or lime juice
Salt, to taste
Optional Garlic Butter Drizzle:
2 tbsp melted butter
1 small garlic clove, minced
Pinch of chili flakes (optional)
Instructions
Make the Salsa:
In a bowl, combine diced tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, olive oil, lemon/lime juice, and salt. Set aside.
Season the Shrimp:
Pat shrimp dry. Toss with paprika, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
Cook the Shrimp:
Heat olive oil or butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear shrimp for 1½–2 minutes per side until golden and opaque. Remove from heat.
Prep the Avocados:
Scoop out a small amount of avocado from each half to create room for filling. Optional: mash the scooped avocado and mix into the salsa.
Assemble:
Arrange avocado halves on a plate. Place 2–3 shrimp in each, then spoon salsa generously over the top.
Add Garlic Butter Drizzle (optional):
Combine melted butter with minced garlic and chili flakes. Drizzle over the shrimp and avocado for a flavor boost.
Notes
Serve warm as an appetizer, light lunch, or low-carb dinner
Great with toasted bread or a side salad
Top with feta or parmesan for extra richness
Find it online: https://allrecipesmade.com/seared-shrimp-stuffed-avocados/
