Grilled Shrimp Tostadas with Guacamole & Pico de Gallo
Grilled Shrimp Tostadas with Guacamole & Pico de Gallo are a vibrant, flavor-packed dish that brings the taste of summer to your table. Each crispy tostada is topped with succulent grilled shrimp, creamy avocado guacamole, and fresh pico de gallo, making it an eye-catching and delicious choice for any gathering. Perfect for casual dinners or festive celebrations, these tostadas are quick to prepare and can be easily customized to suit different tastes. Enjoy the delightful combination of textures and flavors in every bite, making this dish a must-try for seafood lovers and anyone seeking a refreshing meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp (tail-on)
- 2 ripe avocados
- 1 cup diced tomatoes (preferably vine-ripened)
- 8 crispy tostada shells
- Fresh cilantro
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Marinate shrimp in olive oil, garlic powder, lime juice, salt, and pepper for 15 minutes.
- Mash avocados with lime juice and salt until smooth but chunky for guacamole.
- Combine diced tomatoes, cilantro, lime juice, and salt to make pico de gallo.
- Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat; grill shrimp for 2-3 minutes each side until pink.
- Assemble tostadas by spreading guacamole on shells, topping with grilled shrimp and pico de gallo.
- Serve immediately for the best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tostada (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 150mg