Description
This Shrimp and Avocado Garlic Bread recipe brings together the hearty crunch of toasted garlic ciabatta with the soft, rich textures of avocado and the zesty, seasoned flavor of garlic shrimp. It’s a dish that balances simplicity with gourmet appeal, making it perfect for any occasion, from casual get-togethers to more formal gatherings.
Ingredients
For the Garlic Bread:
1 loaf ciabatta or sourdough bread, sliced into 1cm pieces
1/3 cup garlic butter
For the Garlic Shrimp:
2 teaspoons garlic, minced
1 teaspoon sweet paprika
Juice of half a lemon (1–2 tablespoons)
1 pound (500g) shrimp, peeled and deveined, no tail
1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
For the Avocado Salad:
Cooked shrimp (from above)
1 avocado, cubed
1 cup grape or cherry tomatoes, halved
Juice of half a lemon (1–2 tablespoons)
Salt to season
Instructions
Prepare the Garlic Bread:
Preheat your oven to a medium-high grill/broil setting.
Arrange bread slices on a baking tray lightly greased with cooking spray or oil. Spread garlic butter on each slice.
Grill/broil until golden, then remove and set aside.
For the Garlic Shrimp:
In a bowl, mix garlic, paprika, lemon juice, and shrimp. Season with salt.
Heat a teaspoon of oil in a large frying pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook shrimp about 3 minutes on each side until no longer opaque. Remove from heat, stir in parsley, and set aside to cool slightly.
For the Avocado Salad:
In a bowl, combine avocado, tomato, lemon juice, and salt. Gently fold in the cooked shrimp.
Assemble:
Spoon the shrimp and avocado mixture onto the toasted garlic bread slices.
Serve warm or slightly cooled!
Enjoy this delightful combination of zesty garlic shrimp and creamy avocado atop crispy, buttery garlic bread for a sophisticated twist on traditional toast.