Avocado & Shrimp Tostadas with Lime
Avocado & Shrimp Tostadas with Lime are a vibrant, flavor-packed delight that brings the essence of a beachside fiesta right to your table. The creamy avocado pairs perfectly with succulent shrimp, enhanced by a zesty lime kick. Served atop crispy tostadas, this dish is not just visually stunning but also incredibly satisfying. Perfect for gatherings or casual dinners, these tostadas are sure to impress your guests and keep them coming back for more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 2 ripe avocados
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 8 crispy tostadas
- ¼ cup chopped cilantro
- ½ red onion (thinly sliced)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Chili flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients: chop the avocado, slice the onion, and peel the shrimp if necessary.
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Season shrimp with salt and pepper; cook until pink and opaque (3-4 minutes).
- In a bowl, mash avocados with lime juice, salt, and cilantro until creamy yet chunky.
- Assemble each tostada by layering avocado mixture followed by sautéed shrimp.
- Top with sliced onions and an extra squeeze of lime juice. Optionally add chili flakes for heat.
- Serve immediately on a platter for maximum crunch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tostada (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: For added flair, consider topping with mango salsa or pickled onions. Substitute shrimp with crab or grilled vegetables for a different spin while maintaining flavor.