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Spicy Shrimp Avocado Toast

Name: Spicy Shrimp Avocado Toast
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined; 2 ripe avocados; 6 slices sourdough or whole grain bread; 2 tbsp lime juice; 1 tsp chili powder; 1/2 tsp garlic powder; 1 tbsp olive oil; 2 tbsp cilantro, chopped; optional red pepper flakes; to taste kosher salt and black pepper

Crisp toast topped with mashed avocado, chili-lime shrimp, and a squeeze of lime.

AmericanBreakfast15 min2 servings460 cal/serving

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Spicy Shrimp Avocado Toast is an American breakfast recipe that takes about 15 min, makes 2 servings, has about 460 calories per serving. Use the ingredients and steps below, or open it in Recipe Genius for guided Cook Mode, timers, serving changes, and a shopping list.

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Spicy Shrimp Avocado Toast ingredients

1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 ripe avocados
6 slices sourdough or whole grain bread
2 tbsp lime juice
1 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp cilantro, chopped
optional red pepper flakes
to taste kosher salt and black pepper

Watch how to make Spicy Shrimp Avocado Toast

Follow the key cooking steps, then use the full instructions below for measurements and timing.

How to make Spicy Shrimp Avocado Toast

Pat shrimp dry and toss with chili powder, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and olive oil.
Mash avocados with lime juice, cilantro, salt, and pepper. Leave some texture instead of making it completely smooth.
Toast bread until deeply golden and sturdy enough to hold the toppings.
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook shrimp 1–2 minutes per side until pink, curled, and opaque; avoid overcooking or they will turn rubbery.
Spread avocado mash on toast, top with shrimp, and finish with red pepper flakes or extra lime. Serve immediately.

Spicy Shrimp Avocado Toast FAQ

How do I make Spicy Shrimp Avocado Toast?

Make Spicy Shrimp Avocado Toast by gathering the ingredients below, following the step-by-step instructions, and checking that everything is cooked safely before serving.

What ingredients are in Spicy Shrimp Avocado Toast?

The main ingredients include large shrimp, peeled and deveined, ripe avocados, sourdough or whole grain bread, lime juice, chili powder. The full ingredient list is included on this page.

How long does Spicy Shrimp Avocado Toast take?

This recipe takes about 15 min, depending on prep speed and kitchen equipment.

How many calories are in Spicy Shrimp Avocado Toast?

Recipe Genius estimates about 460 calories per serving. Nutrition is estimated, so use your own labels when precision matters.

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