Description
A refreshing and creamy appetizer or light meal, Shrimp Stuffed Avocados are loaded with seasoned shrimp, fresh vegetables, and a zesty dressing all nestled inside ripe avocado halves.
Ingredients
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- 2 ripe avocados, halved and pitted
- 1/2 pound cooked shrimp, peeled and chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
- 1/4 cup celery, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup red bell pepper, diced
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: hot sauce or diced jalapeño for heat
Instructions
- Scoop out a small amount of avocado flesh from the center to make room for filling. Dice the scooped avocado and set aside.
- In a medium bowl, combine chopped shrimp, red onion, celery, red bell pepper, and diced avocado.
- Add mayonnaise, lime juice, and cilantro. Mix well to combine.
- Season with salt, pepper, and optional hot sauce or jalapeño to taste.
- Spoon the shrimp mixture evenly into the avocado halves.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra cilantro or lime wedges if desired.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute Greek yogurt for mayonnaise.
- Use pre-cooked shrimp to save time.
- Can be chilled before serving for a refreshing touch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 avocado half
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 85mg