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Smashed avocado shrimp bruschetta
Crisp and golden bruschetta topped with smashed avocado and spicy shrimp is a fantastic appetizer easy lunch.
Course
Appetizer
Cuisine
American
Keyword
Bruschetta, Bruschetta bread, Shrimp bruschetta
Prep Time
10
minutes
minutes
Cook Time
5
minutes
minutes
Total Time
15
minutes
minutes
Servings
8
Author
Alida Ryder
Ingredients
500
g (1lb)
shrimp
2
tbsp
olive oil
1
tbsp
cajun seasoning
½
tsp
chilli flakes
½
tsp
salt
½
tsp
pepper
Smashed avocado
2
avocados
1-2
tsp
lemon juice
½
tsp
chilli flakes
½
tsp
salt
½
tsp
pepper
For the bruschetta
8
slices
ciabatta bread
2-3
tbsp
olive oil
chopped chives
lemons
for squeezeing
Instructions
Peel and devein shrimp then pat dry with paper towels.
Place in a bowl then add a few tablespoons of olive oil, Cajun seasoning, chilli flakes, salt and pepper. Toss to coat the shrimp in the seasoning.
Place a large skillet or pan over medium-high heat then add the shrimp.
Cook for a minute per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
Halve the avocados then scoop the flesh from the skins. Season with lemon juice, chilli flakes, salt and pepper. Mash with a fork then set aside.
Slice the bread into thick slices. Heat a few tablespoons of olive oil in a large pan set over medium-high heat.
Add the bread and cook for 30 seconds to 1 minute per side until golden and toasted.
Spread a generous amount of avocado on each slice of bread then top with the shrimp.
Sprinkle over chopped chives and finish with a squeeze of lemon. Serve immediately.