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Seafood Avocado Toast

Name: Seafood Avocado Toast
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Modern American
Ingredients: 2 unit large sourdough bread slices; 6 oz shrimp or white fish fillets (thinly sliced); 2 unit ripe avocados; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 tsp garlic powder; 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes (optional); 1 pinch sea salt; 1 tsp lemon juice

When you want something fancy and filling but only have 15 minutes of energy left.

Total: 15 min
Prep: 5 min
Cook: 10 min
Serves: 2
Difficulty: easy
Calories: 471
Cost: $$/serving

There are days when your brain is fried and the last thing you want to do is manage a complex multi-step meal. This seafood avocado toast is your secret weapon for those nights because it feels like a luxury cafe brunch even though it takes almost no effort at all. We swap traditional toppings for succulent pieces of seared fish or shrimp, creating a satisfying texture contrast against the creamy avocado. The heat from the searing process releases a beautiful aroma that makes your kitchen feel intentional rather than exhausted. It is essentially an elevated snack that passes for a sophisticated dinner when you're running on low fumes. You get those healthy fats and high-quality protein in one swipe, making it as nourishing as it is convenient.

Ingredients

2 unit large sourdough bread slices
6 oz shrimp or white fish fillets (thinly sliced)
2 unit ripe avocados
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp garlic powder
0.5 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
1 pinch sea salt
1 tsp lemon juice

Method

1 Preheat your oven or toaster oven to 400°F and toast the bread slices until golden and firm.
2 Pat the seafood dry with paper towels. Toss in a bowl with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and red pepper flakes.
3 Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the seafood for 3-5 minutes (depending on choice) until cooked through and slightly charred.
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4 While the seafood cooks, mash the avocados in a small bowl with lemon juice and a pinch of salt.
5 Spread a thick layer of mashed avocado onto each warm slice of toast.
6 Top each toast with a generous heap of the seared seafood.
7 Finish with an extra sprinkle of sea salt and a squeeze of fresh lemon over the top.

Variations

Vegetarian Swap — Replace the seafood with sautéed mushrooms and a drizzle of balsamic glaze.
Speedy Prep — Use pre-cooked frozen shrimp (thawed) to cut the searing time down even further.

Notes

If using fish, ensure it is thinly sliced so it cooks as fast as the shrimp. The residual heat from the toast helps keep the avocado from getting too runny.