Shrimp Stuffed Avocado -

Shrimp Stuffed Avocado

Shrimp Stuffed Avocado is a refreshing, protein-packed dish made with creamy avocado halves filled with seasoned shrimp salad. Perfect for light lunches, quick dinners, or healthy entertaining.

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Ingredients

For the filling

1 cup cooked shrimp chopped if needed
2 tablespoons finely diced red onion
2 tablespoons finely diced celery or cucumber
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro or parsley

For the dressing

3 tablespoons mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon lime or lemon juice
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard optional
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon paprika or Old Bay
Salt and black pepper to taste

For assembling

3 ripe avocados halved and pitted
Optional add ins: diced tomato crumbled bacon, chopped jalapeño

Instructions

Mix the shrimp filling by combining chopped shrimp with onion, celery or cucumber, and herbs.
Whisk the dressing using mayo or Greek yogurt, citrus juice, mustard, and seasonings until smooth.
Combine dressing and filling, folding gently and adjusting seasoning, loosening with extra citrus if needed.
Prep the avocados by halving, removing pits, widening the cavities if desired, and brushing with citrus to prevent browning.
Fill the avocado halves with the shrimp mixture, mounding slightly, and serve chilled or at room temperature.