These easy Shrimp and Avocado Tostadas make the perfect snack or easy meal! Seasoned juicy shrimp, mashed avocado, and fresh veggies on top of crispy tortillas. You'll see how easy it is to make tostadas and I bet they'll become part of your weeknight dinner rotation.
What are tostadas?
Tostadas are toasted tortillas topped with anything your Mexican-food-loving heart desires. Think of it as an open-faced taco. Tostadas are delightfully crunchy, delicious, and SO easy to make, even easier than tacos because assembly is much easier.
Tostadas are made from corn tortillas that are fried until crunchy and delicious. Even if you think you prefer flour tortillas, give the crispy corn tostadas a try. They're kind of like a giant corn chip with toppings!
Disclaimer: I'm not claiming to be an expert in Mexican recipes, but I do claim to have eaten a LOT of Mexican food in authentic Mexican restaurants (including in Mexico).
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Quick weeknight shrimp tostadas
Since we're going for quick and easy, there is not much that cooks faster and easier than shrimp. These tostadas are topped with flavorful, taco-seasoned shrimp that are plump and juicy. They have just a hint of spice that goes perfectly with fresh mashed avocado (kind of like a faux-guacamole), creamy queso fresco, and whatever other toppings you like with your tacos (lots of ideas below!).
Ready to make these??
Ingredients
The ingredients list below is to make 4 tostadas, either as a meal for 2 people or a snack for 4, but obviously, you can double the ingredients if needed. And of course, I give you a list of other tostada toppings to try.
- 4 crunchy tostada shells
- 12-16 large or jumbo shrimp (about ¾ lb), peeled and tails removed
- 1 teaspoon taco seasoning (Cajun seasoning or chili powder would work too!)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 Hass avocado
- Juice of ½ lime (about 1 tablespoon)
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- 1 cup grape or cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 small bell pepper, diced
- 2 scallions, diced
- 2 tablespoons crumbled queso fresco (or cojita or crumbled feta cheese)
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More tostada topping ideas
- Diced red onion
- Fresh or canned jalapeño slices
- Fresh cilantro leaves
- Salsa
- Shredded lettuce
- Black beans or pinto beans
- Corn (try charred corn!)
- Refried beans (spread on the tostada instead of guacamole)
- Store-bought guacamole
- Fresh avocado slices
- Radish slices
- Mango salsa
- Sour cream
- Shredded cheese
- Diced mango
- Try hot honey shrimp instead of taco-seasoned shrimp
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Instructions
Step 1: Season the shrimp with the taco seasoning. Heat the olive oil in a large pan, and cook the shrimp about 2-3 minutes per side over high heat, or until fully cooked. Set aside.
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Step 2: Mash the avocado in a small bowl and mix with the lime juice, and salt and pepper, to taste.
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Step 3: To arrange the tostadas, spread ¼ of the mashed avocado onto each tostada. Top each tostada with 3 to 4 shrimp, and the rest of the toppings. Squeeze extra lime juice over the tostadas, if desired. Serve immediately.
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Recipe and serving tips
→ These tostadas are best when eaten immediately, otherwise the crunchy tortilla becomes soggy. If you don't plan on eating all 4, keep the toppings separate and assemble right before eating.
→ I highly recommend using FRESH SQUEEZED lime juice for these tostadas for the freshest flavor! I love this citrus squeezer for when I need to juice only ½ of a lime or lemon.
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Easy Shrimp and Avocado Tostadas
Ingredients
- 4 crunchy tostada shells
- ¾ lb shrimp - large or jumbo, peeled and tails removed
- 1 teaspoon taco seasoning - (Cajun seasoning or chili powder + salt would work too!)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 Hass avocado
- 1 tablespoon lime juice - (from ½ lime)
- salt & pepper - to taste
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes - halved
- 1 small bell pepper - diced
- 2 scallions - diced
- 2 tablespoons cojita cheese - (or queso fresco or feta)
Instructions
- Season the shrimp with the taco seasoning. Heat the olive oil in a large pan, and cook the shrimp about 2-3 minutes per side over high heat, or until fully cooked. Set aside.
- Mash the avocado in a small bowl and mix with the lime juice. Season with salt and pepper, to taste
- To arrange the tostadas, spread ¼ of the avocado mixture onto each tostada Top each tostada with 3-4 cooked shrimp, halved tomatoes, diced bell peppers, diced scallions, and cheese. Squeeze extra lime juice over the tostadas, if you like. Serve immediately.
Notes
Nutrition
The nutritional information displayed is an estimate and not to be used as dietary or nutritional advice. Consult a nutritionist or dietician for nutritional info based on the exact ingredients you use.