Avocado Shrimp Appetizer (Lemon and Garlic)

A light and elegant appetizer combining creamy avocado with garlic and lemon-flavored shrimp. This refreshing dish brings a perfect balance of textures and zesty flavors, ideal for starting any seafood meal.

Steps

1. Heat the butter and 1 tablespoon olive oil in a pan over medium heat. 2. Add the crushed garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. 3. Add the shrimp to the pan, season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). 4. Cook shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque. 5. Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice and chopped parsley or dill. 6. Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into serving dishes or onto plates. 7. Spoon the garlic-lemon shrimp mixture over the avocado. 8. Drizzle with the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and garnish with extra herbs if desired. 9. Serve immediately as a refreshing appetizer.

1 ripe avocado 200g medium shrimp (cleaned) 2 cloves garlic (crushed) 1 tablespoon butter 2 tablespoons olive oil Juice of half a lemon 1 tablespoon finely chopped parsley or dill 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional) Salt and freshly ground black pepper