Smashed avocado shrimp bruschetta

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4.6

14 reviews
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  • Prep Time

    10 mins

  • Cook Time

    5 mins

  • Total Time

    15 mins

  • Servings

    8

  • Course

    Appetizer

  • Cuisine

    American

Smashed avocado shrimp bruschetta

Crisp and golden bruschetta topped with smashed avocado and spicy shrimp is a fantastic appetizer easy lunch.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 500 g (1lb) Shrimp
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
  • ½ tsp chili flakes
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper

Smashed avocado

  • 2 avocado
  • 1-2 tsp lemon juice
  • ½ tsp chili flakes
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper

For the bruschetta

  • 8 lices ciabatta bread
  • 2-3 tbsp olive oil
  • chives chopped
  • lemon for squeezeing, plural

Instructions

  1. Peel and devein shrimp then pat dry with paper towels.
  2. 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.
  3. Place a large skillet or pan over medium-high heat then add the shrimp.
  4. Cook for a minute per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside. 
  5. 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.
  6. Slice the bread into thick slices. Heat a few tablespoons of olive oil in a large pan set over medium-high heat.
  7. Add the bread and cook for 30 seconds to 1 minute per side until golden and toasted.
  8. Spread a generous amount of avocado on each slice of bread then top with the shrimp.
  9. Sprinkle over chopped chives and finish with a squeeze of lemon. Serve immediately.
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