Description
Light, refreshing avocado cucumber shrimp appetizers that are perfect for parties, featuring crisp cucumber slices topped with creamy avocado and seasoned shrimp.
Ingredients
- 2 large cucumbers, sliced into rounds
- 12 oz cooked shrimp, peeled, deveined, and chopped
- 1 ripe avocado, mashed
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Optional garnish: fresh dill or parsley
Instructions
- Slice cucumbers into 1/2-inch thick rounds and arrange on a serving platter.
- In a bowl, mash avocado with lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Gently fold chopped shrimp into the avocado mixture.
- Spoon the shrimp-avocado mixture onto each cucumber slice.
- Garnish with fresh dill or parsley if desired.
- Serve immediately or chill for up to 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use pre-cooked shrimp to save time.
- Best served fresh to prevent avocado browning.
- Add a pinch of chili flakes for a spicy kick.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: International