Description
Garlic shrimp crostini with avocado is a delightful appetizer that combines savory and creamy flavors, making it a hit for any gathering. With perfectly seasoned shrimp atop crispy baguette slices and smooth avocado spread, this dish offers an irresistible taste and impressive presentation. Ideal for casual get-togethers or elegant dinner parties, preparing these bite-sized delights takes only 25 minutes, allowing you to focus on enjoying time with your guests rather than spending hours in the kitchen. Not only do these crostinis stand out visually, but they are also easy to customize based on your preferences, making them a versatile addition to any appetizer spread.
Ingredients
Scale
- 10-12 baguette slices (about ½” thick)
- 6 tbsp olive oil, divided
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 avocado
- Juice of ½ lime
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 12 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 big garlic cloves, cut into slivers
- ¾ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Slice the baguette into 10-12 pieces and brush each side with a mixture of olive oil and garlic powder. Bake for 10-15 minutes until crisp.
- Prepare the avocado spread by mashing an avocado with lime juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- In a skillet over low heat, warm olive oil and sauté garlic slivers. Add shrimp seasoned with smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper; cook until pink and opaque (about 3-5 minutes).
- Assemble by spreading avocado on each crostini and topping with cooked shrimp.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 crostinis (approx. 60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 160mg