Avocado-Stuffed Shrimp Boats
Ingredients
- For the Shrimp:
- 12 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- For the Avocado Boats:
- 2 large ripe avocados, halved and pitted
- 1 small cucumber, finely diced
- 1 small red bell pepper, finely diced
- 1 tbsp red onion, finely minced
- 1 tsp fresh lime juice
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional Dressing:
- 1 tbsp Greek yogurt
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- Dash of hot sauce or paprika
Instructions
- Cook the Shrimp: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season shrimp with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook shrimp 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Set aside to cool slightly.
- Prepare the Avocado Filling: In a small bowl, combine cucumber, red bell pepper, red onion, lime juice, cilantro, salt, and pepper. Toss gently.
- Assemble the Shrimp Boats: Scoop a small amount of avocado flesh from each half to create a cavity. Mix the scooped avocado with the vegetable mixture. Fill each avocado half with the mixture, then top with cooked shrimp. Drizzle optional dressing over the top if desired.