Cajun Guacamole Shrimp Cups
Transform your appetizer game with these vibrant Cajun Guacamole Shrimp Cups! Crispy phyllo pastry cups hold a rich, zesty guacamole made with creamy avocados, fresh lime juice, diced cherry tomatoes, and a kick of jalapeño for optional heat. Topped with perfectly seared Cajun-spiced shrimp, these bite-sized delights bring a bold fusion of flavors and textures that's perfect for parties, game-day spreads, or elegant gatherings. Easy and quick to prepare in under 20 minutes, this recipe combines simplicity with show-stopping presentation. Garnish with fresh cilantro or lime wedges for an irresistible finishing touch. Whether you're hosting or snacking, these shrimp cups deliver big on flavor and style!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 pieces Phyllo pastry cups
- 12 pieces Medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1.5 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 2 large Avocados
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Red onion, finely diced
- 1 small Jalapeño, finely minced (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 4 pieces Cherry tomatoes, diced
- as needed Vegetable oil spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly spray a baking sheet with vegetable oil spray and set aside.
Place the phyllo pastry cups on the baking sheet and bake for 5 minutes, or until golden and crisp. Remove from the oven and let cool while preparing the toppings.
In a medium bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil and Cajun seasoning until evenly coated.
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned shrimp and cook for 2 minutes on each side, or until they are pink and fully cooked. Set the shrimp aside to cool slightly.
In a large bowl, scoop out the flesh of the avocados and mash it until smooth but slightly chunky.
Add lime juice, chopped cilantro, diced red onion, minced jalapeño (if using), salt, and diced cherry tomatoes to the avocado. Mix until fully combined to create the guacamole.
Spoon about 1 tablespoon of guacamole into each cooled phyllo pastry cup.
Top each guacamole-filled cup with a single Cajun shrimp.
Serve immediately, garnished with additional chopped cilantro or a lime wedge if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1651 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 101.7 g | 130% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.4 g | 77% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 234 mg | 78% | |
| Sodium | 2837 mg | 123% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 143.7 g | 52% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 43.9 g | 157% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.8 g | ||
| Protein | 58.6 g | 117% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 202 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 8.0 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 4908 mg | 104% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
