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Guacamole Shrimp

Savory Guacamole Shrimp Bites for Effortless Entertaining

These Guacamole Shrimp Bites combine succulent shrimp with creamy guacamole, making them a quick, gluten-free, and low-carb appetizer for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 6 bites
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Shrimp
  • 1 lb Frozen Cooked Jumbo Shrimp Can substitute with raw shrimp if preferred.
Sauce
  • 1 tbsp Unsalted Butter Can switch to olive oil for dairy-free option.
  • 1 tsp Sriracha Adjust according to heat preference.
  • 1/4 tsp Coarse Ground Black Pepper Enhances overall flavor.
  • 1/4 tsp Dried Parsley Flakes Can swap in fresh parsley for a brighter taste.
Guacamole Base
  • 1 cup Guacamole Use store-bought or homemade.
Garnish
  • 2 tbsp Red Bell Peppers Finely chopped.
  • Sprouts Optional garnish.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • microwave-safe bowl
  • Spatula
  • Serving platters
  • Soup spoons

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Defrost the shrimp by soaking in cool water for 5-10 minutes, changing the water halfway.
  2. Melt the butter and mix in Sriracha, black pepper, and parsley flakes until well combined.
  3. Drain and pat the shrimp dry. Optionally, remove tails.
  4. Toss the shrimp with the prepared sauce until evenly coated.
  5. Assemble the bites in soup spoons with guacamole as a base and topped with a coated shrimp.
  6. Garnish with red bell peppers and optional sprouts before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 2bitesCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 115mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure shrimp are fully thawed and dried before tossing in sauce. Adjust spice level according to preference. Prepare shrimp and sauce in advance, but assemble just before serving.

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