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Amanda Smith

Grilled Shrimp Tostadas with Guacamole and Pico de Gallo: A Must-Try!

A delicious recipe for Grilled Shrimp Tostadas topped with guacamole and pico de gallo, perfect for a light meal or appetizer.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 8 tostada shells
  • 1 cup guacamole
  • 1 cup pico de gallo
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1 lime cut into wedges

Method
 

  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  2. In a bowl, combine the shrimp, olive oil, chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Toss until the shrimp are evenly coated.
  3. Thread the shrimp onto skewers for easy grilling. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes beforehand to prevent burning.
  4. Grill the shrimp for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are pink and opaque. Remove from the grill and let cool slightly.
  5. To assemble the tostadas, spread a layer of guacamole on each tostada shell.
  6. Top with grilled shrimp, pico de gallo, and shredded lettuce.
  7. Serve with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the tostadas.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tostadaCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 500mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2g

Notes

  • For added flavor, marinate the shrimp in the seasoning mixture for 30 minutes before grilling.
  • Substitute the shrimp with grilled chicken or tofu for a different protein option.

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