Dinner Tonight: BLT with Avocado and Shrimp

Dairy Free
Health score
10%
Dinner Tonight: BLT with Avocado and Shrimp
45 min.
2
373kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your dinner game with a delightful twist on a classic favorite? Introducing the BLT with Avocado and Shrimp—a mouthwatering combination that brings together the crispy goodness of bacon, the freshness of lettuce and tomato, and the creamy richness of avocado, all topped off with succulent shrimp. This dish is not only a feast for the eyes but also a treat for your taste buds!

Perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a casual gathering with friends, this dairy-free recipe is ready in just 45 minutes and serves two, making it an ideal choice for a cozy dinner for two. With only 373 calories per serving, you can indulge without the guilt. The balance of flavors and textures in this sandwich is simply irresistible; the crunch of the bacon, the creaminess of the avocado, and the tender shrimp create a symphony of taste that will leave you craving more.

Whether you're looking for a satisfying starter, a light snack, or a unique antipasti option, this BLT variation is sure to impress. So grab your frying pan and get ready to whip up a delicious meal that’s as fun to make as it is to eat. Your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • 0.5  avocado sliced
  • leaves the of 1 cos lettuce (preferably iceberg, but romaine will work)
  • tablespoon mayonnaise 
  • small shrimp raw ( 2 ounces, or so)
  • servings salt and pepper 
  • slices bacon thick-cut
  • slices tomatoes thick
  • slices sandwich bread white

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • paper towels
  • pot

Directions

  1. Bring a small pot of water to a boil.
  2. Add the shrimp, reduce the heat to medium, and cook until they are pink, about 30 seconds to a minute.
  3. Drain the water, and then toss the shrimp in an ice bath.
  4. Let cool down for a few minutes.
  5. Cook the slices of bacon in a skillet set over medium heat, turning often. You want crispy bacon here.
  6. Drain on paper towels when done.
  7. Meanwhile, toast the slices of bread.
  8. Construct the sandwich. Smear the mayonnaise on one side of each slice of toast.
  9. Place the lettuce on top of one of the slices of bread.
  10. Add the tomato slices on top of the lettuce, and then season each with a pinch of salt and pepper.
  11. Add the avocado slices next, then the bacon, and finally the shrimp. Season with another pinch of salt and pepper. Finally top with the last piece of toast, mayonnaise side down.
  12. Serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories373kcal
Protein12.63%
Fat67.01%
Carbs20.36%

Properties

Glycemic Index
101.39
Glycemic Load
9.43
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
17.136521785156%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.17mg
Epicatechin
0.19mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.08mg
Naringenin
0.18mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.03mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
0.77mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:372.99kcal
18.65%
Fat:28.2g
43.38%
Saturated Fat:6.93g
43.3%
Carbohydrates:19.29g
6.43%
Net Carbohydrates:14.43g
5.25%
Sugar:2.75g
3.06%
Cholesterol:58.2mg
19.4%
Sodium:744.42mg
32.37%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:11.96g
23.91%
Vitamin A:2800.2IU
56%
Vitamin K:52.92µg
50.4%
Selenium:20.91µg
29.87%
Folate:115.68µg
28.92%
Vitamin B3:4.2mg
21.02%
Vitamin B1:0.3mg
19.71%
Fiber:4.85g
19.41%
Phosphorus:183.57mg
18.36%
Vitamin B6:0.33mg
16.55%
Manganese:0.31mg
15.29%
Potassium:507.08mg
14.49%
Vitamin E:1.99mg
13.28%
Vitamin C:9.84mg
11.93%
Vitamin B5:1.19mg
11.85%
Copper:0.22mg
10.9%
Vitamin B2:0.18mg
10.79%
Magnesium:38.11mg
9.53%
Iron:1.68mg
9.32%
Zinc:1.33mg
8.87%
Calcium:86.7mg
8.67%
Vitamin B12:0.47µg
7.76%
Vitamin D:0.18µg
1.22%