Seared Shrimp Tostadas with Avocado Salsa
Elevate taco night with these vibrant Seared Shrimp Tostadas with Avocado Salsa—a quick and flavorful dish perfect for weeknight dinners or casual entertaining. Juicy shrimp are perfectly seasoned with a smoky blend of chili powder, cumin, and garlic, then flash-seared to golden perfection. They're nestled atop crispy corn tostadas layered with a homemade avocado salsa bursting with creamy avocado, fresh tomatoes, zesty lime, and aromatic cilantro. A dollop of tangy lime crema ties it all together, while optional hot sauce adds a spicy kick. Ready in just 30 minutes, this fresh and satisfying recipe is the ultimate fusion of bold flavors and easy preparation. Perfect for seafood lovers, taco aficionados, and fans of quick Mexican-inspired meals!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Raw shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 8 pieces Small corn tostadas
- 1 whole Large avocado
- 1 whole Roma tomato (diced)
- 0.25 cup Red onion (diced)
- 2 tablespoons Cilantro (chopped)
- 2 whole Lime (juiced)
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt (for salsa)
- 0.5 cup Plain Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon Hot sauce (optional, for topping)
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the shrimp with chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they turn pink and are fully cooked. Remove from the heat and set aside.
To prepare the avocado salsa, scoop the avocado flesh into a medium bowl and lightly mash with a fork, leaving it slightly chunky.
Add the diced tomato, red onion, chopped cilantro, lime juice, and salt to the avocado. Stir gently to combine and set aside.
In a small bowl, mix the plain Greek yogurt with the juice of 1 lime to create the lime crema. Add a pinch of salt to taste.
To assemble the tostadas, layer each tostada with a generous spoonful of avocado salsa, followed by 4-5 seared shrimp.
Drizzle with lime crema and top with additional cilantro or a few drops of hot sauce, if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1678 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 74.2 g | 95% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.3 g | 62% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 870 mg | 290% | |
| Sodium | 2863 mg | 124% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 139.4 g | 51% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.2 g | 90% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.8 g | ||
| Protein | 135.8 g | 272% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 699 mg | 54% | |
| Iron | 7.8 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 3140 mg | 67% | |
*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.
