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This recipe teaches you how to make shrimp stuffed avocado. This dish is healthy, simple, and full of flavor. You can enjoy it as an appetizer, a side dish, or a main course. This post offers many tips and variations for making this dish your own.
Ingredients
Shrimp Filling
- 7 ounces cooked shrimp, chopped into 1/4 inch pieces
- 1 1/2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon ketchup (optional: use 1 teaspoon rice vinegar instead)
- 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/8 teaspoon dill weed (optional)
- 1/8 teaspoon salt (add more to taste)
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons celery, minced (optional)
- 1 tablespoon green olives, sliced (optional)
- 1 teaspoon green onion, minced (optional)
Additional Filling Options
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 2 teaspoons lime juice
- 1/4 cup diced tomato
- 1 tablespoon cilantro, chopped
Avocado
- 2 ripe avocados
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika (optional)
- Lemon or lime juice (to prevent browning)
Serving
- Bibb lettuce or other lettuce varieties
- Garnishes of your choice (examples: chopped fresh herbs, a drizzle of olive oil, red pepper flakes)
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Step-by-Step Instructions
Prepare the Shrimp Filling
- Cook and chop the shrimp. If using pre-cooked shrimp, chop into 1/4 inch pieces. If cooking shrimp yourself, boil in water until pink and opaque, then rinse and chop.
- Combine ingredients. In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, ketchup (or rice vinegar), parsley, dill weed (if using), salt, and pepper.
- Add shrimp and mix. Add chopped shrimp and other desired ingredients like celery, olives, or green onion.
- Chill. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least one hour. This allows the flavors to blend.
Prepare the Avocados
- Cut and pit. Cut the avocados in half lengthwise. Carefully remove the pits.
- Stabilize the avocado. Cut a small slice off the bottom of each avocado half so they sit flat on a plate.
- Prepare the avocado flesh. Carefully scoop out a few tablespoons of avocado flesh. Chop it into bite-sized pieces. Set aside 4 tablespoons of the chopped avocado for garnish.
- Mix avocado with filling. Gently mix most of the chopped avocado with the shrimp mixture. Don’t overmix, as you want to keep the avocado chunks intact.
Assemble and Serve
- Prepare the plate. Place a piece of lettuce on each plate.
- Fill the avocados. Spoon the shrimp and avocado mixture into the avocado halves.
- Garnish. Decorate the filled avocados with reserved diced avocado, a sprinkle of paprika, or other garnishes.
Tips and Variations
Choosing and Preparing Avocados
- Ripe avocados are best: Choose avocados that yield slightly to gentle pressure but are not mushy.
- Ripening avocados: To ripen an avocado, place it in a brown paper bag with an apple or a banana. The ethylene gas from the fruit will speed up the ripening process.
- Prevent browning: To keep cut avocados from turning brown, sprinkle them with lemon or lime juice or wrap them tightly with plastic wrap.
Customizing the Filling
- Experiment with flavors: Try different combinations of herbs, spices, and vegetables.
- For a spicier kick, add chili powder, red pepper flakes, or cayenne pepper.
- For a brighter flavor, add chopped red bell pepper, minced garlic, or a squeeze of lime juice.
- For a more savory taste, add a bit of white wine vinegar instead of rice vinegar.
- Dietary restrictions:
- Gluten-free: This recipe is naturally gluten-free.
- Vegan: Substitute vegan mayonnaise for regular mayonnaise.
- Dairy-free: Use a dairy-free mayonnaise alternative.
Serving Suggestions
- Alternative presentations:
- Instead of placing the stuffed avocado on lettuce, serve it on a bed of quinoa or rice.
- Arrange the filled avocado halves on a platter with a variety of colorful vegetables or crackers for dipping.
- Complementary side dishes: Serve the shrimp stuffed avocados with a simple side salad, a bowl of soup, or crusty bread.
- Avoid a mess: If you find eating a stuffed avocado messy, you can scoop out the mixture and enjoy it as a salad with the avocado or use smaller avocado halves for easier handling.
Nutritional Information
Shrimp stuffed avocado is a nutritious meal rich in healthy fats, protein, fiber, and essential vitamins.
- Avocado is a good source of monounsaturated fats, which are good for heart health. They also provide fiber, potassium, and vitamins C, E, and K.
- Shrimp is a low-calorie, high-protein food that contains important nutrients like iodine and omega-3 fatty acids.
Nutritional information per serving (estimated):
- Calories: 283 kcal
- Protein: 22 g
- Fat: 18 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 7 g
Please note that this nutritional information is an estimate and may vary based on the specific ingredients used.
Conclusion
Shrimp stuffed avocado is a delicious and healthy meal that’s easy to make and customize to your taste. With a few simple ingredients and tips, you can create a satisfying dish that is perfect for any occasion.
Try this recipe and share your creations! Let us know your favorite variations in the comments below.
