ZESTY LIME SHRIMP AND AVOCADO SALAD
Steps:
- In a small bowl combine red onion, lime juice, olive oil, salt and pepper. Let them marinate at least 5 minutes to mellow the flavor of the onion.
- In a large bowl combine chopped shrimp, avocado, tomato, jalapeño.
- Combine all the ingredients together, add cilantro and gently toss. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 cup, Calories 197 kcal, Carbohydrate 7 g, Protein 25 g, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Cholesterol 221 mg, Sodium 330 mg, Fiber 3 g
SHRIMP-AVOCADO TOSTADAS
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories appetizer
Time 50m
Yield 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Toast the chiles in a dry skillet over medium heat, turning often, until they soften slightly, about 1 minute. Transfer to a small bowl and cover with hot water; let sit 15 minutes.
- Transfer the chiles and 3 tablespoons of the soaking water to a blender. Add 1 1/2 tablespoons of the lime juice, 1 tablespoon of the vegetable oil, the garlic, oregano, cumin and 1/4 teaspoon each of the cayenne and salt; puree until almost smooth. Toss with the shrimp in a large bowl; refrigerate 15 to 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, heat about 1/4 inch vegetable oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. One at a time, fry the tortillas, flipping once, until golden brown and crisp, about 1 minute. Remove to paper towels to drain.
- Halve and pit the avocados; scoop the flesh into a bowl and mash. Mix in the scallion whites, 1 1/2 tablespoons of the lime juice, the remaining 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, the cilantro and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
- Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook, stirring occasionally, until just opaque, about 4 minutes. Season with salt and drizzle with the remaining 1/2 tablespoon lime juice.
- Spread the mashed avocado mixture on the tostadas. Top with the shrimp, some sour cream and diced tomato, and the scallion greens. Serve with lime wedges.
MARINATED SHRIMP IN AVOCADO HALVES
This is one of my favorite recipes. I used to serve it to a gourmet group in Missouri, and I still use it for entertaining in my new home. It's wonderful!
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the vinegar, lemon juice, salt, mustard and pepper; set aside. In large skillet over medium-high heat, cook and stir shrimp, half the onion slices and garlic in 2 tablespoons oil for 4-5 minutes or until shrimp turn pink. , Remove onion and garlic with slotted spoon; discard. Add shrimp and remaining oil to vinegar mixture, along with jalapeno pepper and remaining sliced onion. Cover; stir occasionally. Chill overnight., To serve, spoon shrimp mixture into avocado halves. Sprinkle with tomato; drizzle with some of marinade.
Nutrition Facts :
GRILLED SPICY LIME SHRIMP WITH CREAMY AVOCADO CILANTRO SAUCE
Grilled Spicy Lime Shrimp with Creamy Avocado Cilantro Sauce has a simple but full of flavor and spice marinade. The creamy avocado cilantro sauce is the perfect cool and creamy dipping sauce.
Provided by Alyssa Rivers
Categories Appetizer Dinner Main Course Side Dish
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a small bowl whisk together lime juice, olive oil, garlic, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, pepper, red pepper flakes. Pour into a resealable bag and add shrimp. Toss to coat and marinate for 30 minutes.
- Preheat the grill to medium heat. Put the shrimp on skewers and place on the grill. Grill on each side for about two minutes or until no longer pink.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 81 kcal, Carbohydrate 2 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 1 mg, Sodium 215 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving
SIMPLE MARINATED SHRIMP
My easy crowd-pleasing recipe is prepared a day ahead of time, cutting down on the need for party-day fuss. I always seem to get a lot of requests for the recipe whenever I make it for a special occasion. -Margaret DeLong, Lake Butler, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 10m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a 3-qt. glass serving bowl, combine shrimp, onion, lemons and olives. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine remaining ingredients; shake well. Pour over shrimp mixture and stir gently to coat. , Cover and refrigerate for 24 hours, stirring occasionally. Discard bay leaf before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 182 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 115mg cholesterol, Sodium 393mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 16g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
SHRIMP AND AVOCADO SKEWERS
Shrimp get a marinade of cayenne and lemon for a spicy-citrus touch. The succulent seafood pairs nicely with smooth avocado.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Appetizers
Time 55m
Yield Makes 8
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Soak 8 wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes.
- Heat grill to medium-high. Toss shrimp with lemon juice and oil. Season with salt and cayenne pepper.
- Thread 1 shrimp and 1 avocado wedge onto each skewer. Grill, flipping, until shrimp are cooked through and grill marks appear, 2 to 3 minutes per side.
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