Shrimp Stuffed Avocados

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A refreshing, protein-packed appetizer or light meal with creamy avocado and zesty shrimp salad!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

These Shrimp Stuffed Avocados are a quick, healthy, and elegant dish perfect for summer lunches, brunch, or as a starter. The combination of succulent shrimp, crisp veggies, and creamy avocado creates a satisfying bite with minimal effort. Ready in 10 minutes, it’s gluten-free, low-carb, and full of flavor!

Ingredients

For the Shrimp Filling

  • 1 cup (150g) cooked shrimp, chopped (small or medium size)
  • ¼ cup (40g) red bell pepper, finely diced
  • ¼ cup (40g) cucumber, finely diced
  • 2 tbsp (20g) red onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
  • 1 tbsp lime juice (or lemon)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • ¼ tsp chili flakes (optional, for heat)

For Serving

  • 2 large ripe avocados, halved and pitted
  • Lime wedges (for garnish)

(Optional: Add 1 tbsp Greek yogurt or mayo for creaminess)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Shrimp Salad

  1. In a bowl, mix chopped shrimp, bell pepper, cucumber, red onion, and cilantro.
  2. Add lime juice, olive oil, salt, pepper, and chili flakes. Toss gently to combine.

2. Stuff the Avocados

  1. Scoop out a little extra avocado flesh (if needed) to create more space for filling.
  2. Divide the shrimp salad evenly among the avocado halves.

3. Garnish & Serve

  • Drizzle with extra lime juice and sprinkle with cilantro.
  • Serve immediately to prevent browning.

Tips for Success

✔ Use ripe but firm avocados—they should yield slightly when pressed.
✔ For extra flavor, add ½ tsp cumin or smoked paprika to the shrimp mix.
✔ Make ahead: Prep the shrimp salad (store in fridge for up to 4 hours), then stuff avocados just before serving.
✔ Variation: Swap shrimp for crab meat or diced chicken.

Serving Suggestions

  • As a light lunch with a side of tortilla chips
  • On a brunch spread with deviled eggs
  • For a fancy appetizer, serve on a bed of greens

Final Thoughts

These Shrimp Stuffed Avocados are nourishing, vibrant, and effortless—a perfect balance of creamy and crunchy. The bright citrus dressing enhances the natural sweetness of the shrimp, while the avocado adds healthy fats.

Ideal for hot days when you want something fresh and satisfying!

Variation: Top with crumbled feta or diced mango for extra flair.

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