Cheesy Garlic Shrimp Toasts: A Quick and Indulgent Delight
A delicious appetizer featuring shrimp marinated in garlic and served on crispy toast, topped with melted cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 loaf French bread, sliced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat and add garlic, cooking until fragrant.
- Add the shrimp, paprika, salt, and pepper, cooking until the shrimp are pink.
- Place the French bread slices on a baking sheet and top each with the shrimp mixture.
- Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the top.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding a splash of lemon juice before serving.
- These toasts can be made ahead and reheated in the oven.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 toasts
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Cheesy Garlic Shrimp Toasts, Shrimp Appetizer, Quick Snacks