Garlic Shrimp Crostini: A Flavorful Bite-Sized Delight with Avocado
Garlic Shrimp Crostini with Avocado is a delicious appetizer that combines the flavors of shrimp, avocado, and crispy bread for a perfect bite-sized treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking and Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 baguette, sliced
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add the shrimp and red pepper flakes, and cook until shrimp are pink and opaque.
- Toast the baguette slices in the oven until golden brown.
- Top each toasted slice with avocado and a spoonful of garlic shrimp.
- Season with salt and pepper, and serve warm.
Notes
- For extra creaminess, add a sprinkle of feta cheese on top.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley for added flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 crostini
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Garlic Shrimp, Crostini, Avocado, Appetizer, Bite-Sized