Mini Shrimp Tostadas
These Mini Shrimp Tostadas are delicious bite-size appetizers featuring shrimp and guacamole with a slightly spicy kick.
Servings: 24 pieces
Calories: 47kcal
Ingredients
Shrimp
- 1 lb medium shrimp raw peeled
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp chili powder or cayenne (see note)
- 1/2 tsp cumin powder
- 1/4 tsp paprika
- 1/4 tsp salt
Guacamole
- 1 cup guacamole or 3 avocados mashed
- 2 tbsp lime juice freshly squeezed
- 1 tbsp fresh cilantro chopped
Serving
- 24 tortilla chips large rounds
- 1 cup queso fresco crumbled, or feta
- cilantro optional garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
- In a medium bowl, add the shrimp, olive oil, chili powder, cumin powder, paprika and salt. Toss until coated.
- Place the seasoned shrimp onto the prepared baking sheet space one inch apart. Bake for 5-6 minutes until cooked through. Remove from oven to cool.
- In a medium bowl, mix together guacamole/avocado with the lime juice and cilantro.
- Place the chips on a work surface. Spread a spoonful of the avocado mixture onto each to cover. Then add one shrimp to each with a sprinkle of cheese on top.
- Serve immediately.
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Notes
- You can adjust the heat by using more or less chili powder. To make this non-spicy, omit it entirely.
- These tostadas are best served within 15 minutes of preparing to avoid the guacamole discoloring.
Nutrition
Calories: 47kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 26mg | Sodium: 65mg | Potassium: 69mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.2g | Vitamin A: 200IU | Vitamin C: 2.5mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 0.2mg | Net Carbs: 1g