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Avocado, Shrimp, Grapefruit Tapas

Published: March 3, 2016 • Modified: September 20, 2019 • by Author: Analida • Word count:436 words. • About 3 minutes to read this article. • As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases: Read my affiliate disclosure.

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A delicious cold tapas dish for a hot day or make a large portion for a salad. Shrimp with grapefruit & avocado is a great balance of flavors. Sprinkle a little thyme for an herbal note too! | ethnicspoon.com

I’ve created a recipe: Avocado tapas with shrimp and grapefruit.

a white plate layered with avocado, grapefruit, and shrimp with a grey napkin and cutlery on the left

Ahh, avocados! One of my favorite things to eat.

By the way, did you know that avocados are from Mexico? Yes, from Puebla to be exact. They go back to 10,000 B.C. I have to wonder when people discovered that they are for much more than just mashing up to eat with chips. They certainly weren’t making avocado tapas with shrimp in ancient times!

But back to the avocado. This humble fruit has endless possibilities and today I found one that’s sweet, savory, and creamy. How can we go wrong? 

A light, Spanish shrimp appetizer.

Today, I am thinking of summer! Yes, warm balmy breezes and avocados! This avocado tapas recipe with shrimp and grapefruit is perfect for summer. The combination of citrus, spicy shrimp, and soft creamy avocado slices sprinkled with a little thyme  is perfect. Imagine how decadent it will look served on little salad plates at your next garden party. The colors are truly eye-catching.

Want to know the best part? This is a healthy appetizer. Grapefruit is packed with vitamins and antioxidants. Shrimp is of course, protein. Then your buttery avocados are rich in healthy fats. How can you possibly go wrong on this one? 

It’s also easy to make and delicious. Your family will love it!

a top view of layered avocado, grapefruit, and shrimp

One more reason to eat avocados?

They contain vitamin A, C, D, E, and K. Did you know they also have more potassium than a banana? Perhaps I should reach for an avocado after a grueling workout. They also have omega -3 which are good for brain health. The brain runs on healthy fats, so an avocado a day keeps the doctor away? Hmmm, don’t take my word on that one. But we all want our little brain cells working, don’t we? So what are you waiting for? Make yourself an avocado tapas with shrimp and grapefruit.

I love Spanish tapas and I hope you love this too! Shrimp with grapefruit & avocado is a great balance of flavors. Sprinkle a little thyme for an herbal note too! | ethnicspoon.com
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Avocado, Shrimp, Grapefruit Tapas

A delicious cold tapas dish for a hot day or make a large portion for a salad. Shrimp with grapefruit & avocado is a great balance of flavors. Sprinkle a little thyme for an herbal note too! 

Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Keyword grapefruit salad, healthy, shrimp avocado salad
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: Change to adjust-> 4 servings
Calories 139 kcal
Author Analida Braeger

Ingredients

  • 1 avocado
  • 8 shrimp medium sized
  • 1 grapefruit
  • 2 tsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 dash thyme dried

Instructions

  1. Cut avocado in two sections and cut into slices.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet and quickly saute the shrimp. Sprinkle with salt and chili powder.
  3. Allow the shrimp to cool.
  4. Cut grapefruit into thin slices. Remove the skin.
  5. Place avocado on a plate followed by a slice of grapefruit on top and finish off with two pieces of shrimp.
  6. Sprinkle with a little dried thyme.
Nutrition Facts
Avocado, Shrimp, Grapefruit Tapas
Amount Per Serving
Calories 139 Calories from Fat 81
% Daily Value*
Fat 9g14%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Cholesterol 30mg10%
Sodium 247mg11%
Potassium 336mg10%
Carbohydrates 11g4%
Fiber 4g17%
Sugar 4g4%
Protein 3g6%
Vitamin A 880IU18%
Vitamin C 25.1mg30%
Calcium 37mg4%
Iron 0.6mg3%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

 

A delicious cold tapas dish for a hot day or make a large portion for a salad. Shrimp with grapefruit & avocado is a great balance of flavors. Sprinkle a little thyme for an herbal note too! | ethnicspoon.com

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Comments

  1. Caroline

    March 4, 2016 at 7:44 am

    I love avocados as well and this sounds great. Que rico!

    Reply
    • Analida

      March 6, 2016 at 2:20 pm

      🙂
      Avocados are one of my favorite things.

      Reply
  2. Denise Wright

    March 4, 2016 at 10:30 am

    This is such a simple yet elegant dish….not to mention delicious looking! I love avocado and bet the grapefruit and shrimp will be a great combination

    Reply
    • Analida

      March 6, 2016 at 2:19 pm

      Hi Denise, yes it is a good combo. I love that you can either make a large or a small portion.

      Reply
  3. Kristen @ A Mind Full Mom

    March 4, 2016 at 4:08 pm

    I love pairing grapefruit and avocado in salads, but to make a tapas out of them is a great idea.

    Reply
    • Analida

      March 6, 2016 at 2:18 pm

      Thanks Kristen. I love tapas and I am always looking for a way to make a tapas out of anything. 🙂

      Reply
  4. gombs

    May 11, 2018 at 5:42 pm

    I also like Avocado, especially when it is combined with a flour meal. Avocado seems to be rich in protein.

    Reply

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