Avocado Cucumber Shrimp Bites for Effortless Entertaining

These Avocado Cucumber Shrimp bites are a vibrant, healthy appetizer perfect for gatherings, offering a delicious combination of fresh ingredients and flavors.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 6

Marinating Time 10

Total Time 26

Servings: 4 bites

Course: Appetizers

Cuisine: American

Calories: 120

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Shrimp

1 lb Large shrimp Peeled and deveined
2 cloves Garlic Minced
1 Tbsp Cilantro Chopped, plus more for garnish
1 tsp Paprika Adjust according to heat preference
1/2 tsp Cayenne pepper Omit or reduce for milder flavor
1/2 tsp Sea salt Kosher salt preferred
1/4 tsp Black pepper Freshly ground is best
2 Tbsp Olive oil Divided for sautéing

For the Avocado Spread

1 Avocado Ripe, for creamy texture
1/4 tsp Salt
1 Tbsp Lime juice Fresh is preferred

For the Base

1 English cucumber Sliced into rings

Equipment

skillet
medium bowl
small bowl
Knife
Cutting board

Method

Preparation Steps

In a medium bowl, combine the shrimp with garlic, cilantro, paprika, cayenne, sea salt, black pepper, and 1 Tbsp olive oil. Let marinate for 10 minutes.
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with the remaining olive oil. Sauté shrimp for about 2 minutes on each side until fully cooked.
In a small bowl, mash the avocado and mix in salt and lime juice until creamy.
Slice the cucumber into rings and spread avocado mixture on each slice. Top with a sautéed shrimp.
Garnish with lime juice and chopped cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 2bitesCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 15gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Assemble the bites just before serving to keep cucumber crisp and avocado fresh.

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