Shrimp & Avocado Bites 🥑🍤🍋🌿 Creamy, Zesty, and Bite-Sized With Chilled Shrimp and Bright Citrus Over Silky Avocado

This is your go-to when you want something that’s fresh, elegant, and ready in minutes. Think buttery avocado, plump chilled shrimp, a hit of lemon or lime, and a pop of heat or herbs — all built onto a crunchy base like cucumber rounds, toasted baguette, or crackers.

Ingredients (Makes ~12–16 bites)

For the topping

• 1 ripe avocado
• 1–2 tsp lime or lemon juice
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional: pinch of garlic powder or chili flakes

For the shrimp

• 12–16 medium shrimp, cooked and chilled
• Salt, pepper, and a squeeze of citrus
• Optional: toss with a dash of olive oil or hot sauce

Base options

• Cucumber rounds
• Toasted baguette slices
• Crackers or tortilla chips
• Plantain chips or crostini

Extras for garnish

• Chopped fresh cilantro, parsley, or chives
• Extra citrus zest
• Diced red chili or jalapeño
• Dot of hot sauce or aioli

Instructions

Step 1: Prep the avocado
Mash the avocado with lime/lemon juice, salt, and pepper until creamy but still textured. Add garlic powder or chili if using. Keep covered with plastic wrap until ready to serve.

Step 2: Season the shrimp
If not already seasoned, toss shrimp with a pinch of salt, pepper, and a bit of citrus. You can also drizzle a little olive oil or hot sauce if desired.

Step 3: Assemble
Lay out your base (cucumber slices, crackers, etc). Spoon a bit of mashed avocado on each one, then top with a shrimp. Garnish with herbs, zest, or a little chili/hot sauce.

Step 4: Serve immediately
Best served fresh to keep everything crisp. If making ahead, store components separately and assemble just before serving.

Flavor Variations

• Add a thin slice of radish or pickled onion under the shrimp for contrast
• Use spicy guacamole instead of plain avocado mash
• Mix Greek yogurt or sour cream into the avocado for extra creaminess
• Swap shrimp for lump crab, smoked salmon, or seared scallops
• Drizzle with sriracha mayo, chimichurri, or garlic-lime crema

Pro Tips

• Use cold shrimp for a refreshing bite — poached or grilled both work
• Don’t overload the base — you want clean, balanced bites
• If using bread, toast it well so it stays crisp under the avocado
• Rub cucumber rounds with lemon juice for extra flavor and brightness

Final Thoughts

Shrimp & Avocado Bites are clean, creamy, and packed with punchy flavor — perfect for sunny appetizers, high-protein snacks, or any time you want something that feels fancy with zero stress.

Mash it. Stack it. Serve it fresh. 🥑🍤🍋🌿

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