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Garlic Shrimp Crostini with Avocado - Best Appetizer Recipes

I’ll be honest, I’ve always had a soft spot for appetizers. They’re like the opening credits of a great movie—you get a taste of what’s coming, but sometimes they steal the whole show. These garlic shrimp crostini with avocado do exactly that. Every time I serve them, people hover around the platter like it’s the star of the night. Here’s the thing, it’s not just bread with toppings. It’s toasted slices with golden edges that hold creamy avocado, garlic-sautéed shrimp, and a sprinkle of fresh herbs. The crunch, the creaminess, the little kick from the garlic—it’s the bite that makes guests quietly plot how to grab another without looking greedy. And let’s be real, I’m usually one of those guests too. What I love most is that these little bites fit so many tables. They work as easy appetizer recipes for a casual get-together, but they shine just as much as Thanksgiving appetizer recipes. Call them recipes appetizers, recipes appetizer, or recipe appetizers—whatever the name, they’ll disappear quicker than you expect. And isn’t that the best compliment a recipe can get?
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Keywords: appetizer recipes, avocado appetizer, easy appetizers, garlic shrimp recipes, recipe appetizer, recipe appetizers, recipes appetizer, recipes appetizers, shrimp crostini, Thanksgiving Appetizer Recipes
Servings: 6 servings
Author: Elena

Ingredients

  • 1 baguette, sliced into ½ inch rounds
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 ripe avocado, peeled and mashed
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F. Arrange baguette slices on a baking sheet and brush lightly with olive oil.
  2. Toast the bread for about 7–8 minutes until crisp and golden around the edges.
  3. Mash the avocado with lemon juice, a pinch of salt, and black pepper until smooth and creamy.
  4. Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  5. Add shrimp to the skillet. Cook for 2–3 minutes per side, until pink and cooked through. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
  6. Spread mashed avocado onto each toasted baguette slice.
  7. Top each with one shrimp and a sprinkle of fresh herbs. Serve warm and watch them vanish.

Notes

For a twist, add a thin slice of tomato under the avocado or a drizzle of balsamic glaze on top. If you like spice, a pinch of red pepper flakes on the shrimp adds heat.