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These Shrimp Avocado Tostadas are light, refreshing and simple to make. They come together easily for a great, healthy, weeknight meal!

Readers, how is your Christmas shopping going?

If you’re still looking for gifts for the home cook, I just launched a new line of aprons in my Etsy shop.

Etsy - Inspiration KitchenI think you’ll love them!  They are classy, stylish and trendy – and made of high quality durable materials.

I am a HUGE fan of wearing aprons in the kitchen, so that I always protect my clothes and have a convenient place to wipe my hands.

My very favorites are the canvas aprons.  They have a great print design and they’re durable, washable and machine-dryable.

Paris Partie Apron (Canvas)

Paris Party Apron | Inspiration KitchenOrganic Food Words (Canvas)

Food Words Apron | Inspiration Kitchen-2

But, I also have a line of cotton aprons for those of you that like a lighter weight fabric (which I think is GREAT for baking), but I prefer the canvas for cooking where spills and spatters happen.  You know how things go around here in IK…we’re prone to a few, uh, ‘accidents’.  😉

Red Floral Apron (Cotton)

Red Floral Apron | Inspiration KitchenTo see the new line of aprons (and a larger selection), just click on the Etsy badge above.  I also have a “Shop” link on my home page for you to preview the aprons, but if you decide to buy one, head on over to Etsy!

Ok, let’s get to the real reason you’re here.  Simply good food!  And you will lovvvvve these Shrimp & Avocado Tostadas.  Trust me on this – they are DELISH!

Shrimp Avocado Tostadas | Inspiration KitchenThey are light, yet filling – and I love the festive color!  Rich in avocado goodness, layered with marinated, sauteed shrimp, then topped with bright Roma tomatoes and green onions.

This is seriously good stuff.

What you’ll also love is – how simple these are to put together.  What we love about them is that they can be done in <30 minutes, which makes them great for a busy weeknight.  And, I know that if you’re out shopping for Christmas, you have some busy weeknights coming!

Shrimp Avocado Tostadas | Inspiration KitchenWith this recipe, you can buy store-bought tostadas, or make your own.

If you decide to make your own, like I did, there are two easy ways:

  1. Pan fry the corn tortillas in just a bit of hot oil for <1 minute, then drain on paper towels   OR
  2. Brush them with olive oil and bake them until crisp

Shrimp Avocado Tostadas | Inspiration KitchenBut, if you’re in a hurry, the store-bought tostadas will work just fine.  And you’ll have a fabulous meal on the table in minutes that your family loves!

Happy Christmas shopping!

Enjoy!

Shrimp Avocado Tostadas | Inspiration Kitchen
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Shrimp Avocado Tostadas

These Shrimp Avocado Tostadas are light, refreshing and simple to make. They come together easily for a great healthy weeknight meal!
Course: Main
Author: Kristi

Ingredients

Marinade

  • 2 tablespoons chopped serrano chile peppers
  • 1 and 1/2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons fresh garlic chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Shrimp

  • 1 and 1/2 pounds medium shrimp peeled, deveined and tails removed
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 tablespoon lime juice
  • 12 corn tortillas homemade or pre-bought

Avocado Sauce

  • 3 avocados
  • 3 scallions thinly sliced (white and green parts separated)
  • 1 and 1/2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
  • 2 to 3 roma tomatoes diced
  • Sour cream for topping (optional)

Instructions

  • Add serrano chile peppers, lime juice, olive oil and water to a blender. Add garlic, oregano, cumin, cayenne and salt to blender. Blend (puree) until almost smooth. Toss marinade mixture with shrimp in a large bowl and let marinate 30 minutes.
  • Halve and pit the avocados. Scoop out the flesh into a bowl and mash. Mix in the white parts of the scallion, lime juice, cayenne pepper, salt and cilantro and toss until mixed.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add shrimp and cook until just opaque. Season with salt, and drizzle with 1/2 tablespoon lime juice.
  • Spread avocado mixture onto the tostadas. Top with shrimp, sour cream (optional), diced tomatoes and scallion greens.
  • Serve with lime wedges.

Recipe adapted from Food Network @ Shrimp-Avocado Tostadas.

Shrimp Avocado Tostadas

Comments

  1. marcie says

    You good girl eating so healthy — I need to take your cue for sure! These tostadas are just what I need to erase the holiday sweets! And these aprons are flipping adorable. I think I’d choose the Paris Partie or I could totally see myself in the organic food words — I need to start wearing one and this is the push I need. I’m gonna check out your shop!

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  4. Renee@Two in the Kitchen says

    You are SO speaking my food love language today Kristi!! I ADORE shrimp tostadas!! I ask my hubby to make them often. I can’t wait to try your version. And those aprons are darling!! I especially love that Paris one. It would match those adorable kitchen towels you so generously gave me!! heading over to check it out now!! 🙂 Have a great weekend Kristi!! 🙂

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    • Kristi says

      Thanks Renee! I wish my husband would make me tostadas! Hahaha! No, I’m kidding – I don’t let anyone near the kitchen! Hahaha! Have a great weekend too!

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  6. Monica says

    I have been mostly keeping dinner/meals simple since there’s so much holiday baking and errands to run. These shrimp avocado tostadas look amazing…and what a great way to mix things up. I think anything you can eat with your hands is instantly more fun and better! Good luck with your etsy venture! I see you are talented in more ways than one, Kristi!

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    • Kristi says

      Thank you Monica! Such kind, kind words. I am all about simple dinner ideas now. Thanks for the Etsy wishes! It’s a fun thing to do! 🙂 Have a beautiful weekend my friend! xoxo

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    • Kristi says

      Thanks Lisa! We loved this dish! I definitely need to make it again (it’s hard to repeat recipes when you’re a food blogger, because you have to keep coming up with something new)!

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  13. Lindsey @ American Heritage Cooking says

    I love all of your aprons!!! I’m going to see about getting someone to buy one for their favorite cook {cough, cough. ME!} My apron used to be red…and now it is white from all the cookie baking lol! Sad but true.

    And I want these tostadas right now! I actually I wanted them yesterday when I saw them on FB, but that is besides the point! I love that you can brush them with oil and then bake them!! So smart! I just so happen to have a whole bunch of shrimp in my freezer that I bought to make another one of your recipes but this one might jump to the front of the line! 🙂 {HUGS} xox miss u

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    • Kristi says

      Thank you Thalia! I can’t live without an apron – they’re the 1st thing I grab before I go to cook, because they keep my clothes clean and my hands dry! xoxo

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  17. Ashley says

    How pretty are those aprons!? I love the one with the organic words on it! I need to wear aprons more often. I have so many but just forget to put them on … and then wind up with stuff alllll over me!

    Love these tostadas! Especially with the avocado sauce – that sounds delicious just by itself!

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    • Kristi says

      I’m surprised at how many chefs/cooks don’t wear aprons. My goodness Ashley, I would be a mess if I didn’t wear one! Hahahaha! I’m so glad you like the tostadas! xoxo

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  21. Buzz says

    I think there is an error in the recipe – in the first step you say to “Toss avocado mixture with shrimp in a large bowl and let marinate 30 minutes” but there is no avocado mixture yet…I’m assuming it is all the stuff in the blender one tosses with the shrimp?

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    • Kristi says

      Yes! Thank you SO much for pointing that out! I have updated the recipe. It *should* say “Toss the MARINADE mixture with shrimp in a large bowl and let marinate 30 minutes”. I can’t tell you how much appreciate you catching that and commenting! Thank you again! Happy New Year!

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