Description
These Shrimp Avocado Cucumber Boats are the perfect light and refreshing appetizer or meal. With creamy avocado, crisp cucumber, and perfectly seasoned shrimp, these boats are packed with flavor and texture. They’re easy to make, healthy, and great for a summer meal or party dish!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 medium cucumbers
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: Crushed red pepper flakes, for a little heat
- Optional: Fresh lime wedges, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Shrimp: If using cooked shrimp, chop the shrimp into bite-sized pieces. If using raw shrimp, cook them by sautéing in a little olive oil or grilling them until pink and opaque. Once cooked, chop them into pieces and set aside.
- Prepare the Cucumber Boats: Cut the cucumbers in half lengthwise. Use a spoon to gently scoop out the seeds, leaving a hollow center to create the “boat.”
- Make the Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the diced avocado, chopped shrimp, red onion, and cilantro. Drizzle with lime juice and olive oil. Season with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix gently to combine.
- Assemble the Boats: Spoon the shrimp and avocado mixture into each cucumber boat, dividing it evenly.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges, if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can add a bit of hot sauce or a sprinkle of chili powder to the filling.
- If you prefer, you can also add diced tomatoes or corn to the shrimp mixture for more texture.
- These boats are best served fresh but can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 hours before serving. After that, the cucumbers may start to lose their crunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 100mg