Grilled Shrimp and California Avocado Open-Faced Sandwich

Serves: 4

Ingredients

12 large shrimp (approximately 3/4 lbs.), cleaned and deveined
3 Tbsp. Spicy Marinade (see make-ahead recipe below)
4 slices crusty whole wheat bread, 1/2” thick
2 Tbsp. olive oil
1 clove garlic, peeled
2 ripe, Fresh California Avocados, peeled, seeded and diced
2 cups loosely packed arugula leaves, cleaned
1/2 cup Heirloom Tomato Vinaigrette (see make-ahead recipe below)
As needed Salt, to taste
As needed Black pepper, to taste

Spicy Marinade

1/4 cup Extra virgin olive oil
2 cloves garlic, finely minced
2 tsp. Paprika
1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper
1 tsp. dried oregano, crumbled
1 tsp. dried thyme
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. black pepper

Heirloom Tomato Vinaigrette

2 heirloom tomatoes
2/5 cup Extra virgin olive oil
As needed Salt, to taste
As needed Black pepper, to taste
1 Tbsp. Dijon mustard
2 Tbsp. sweetened rice wine vinegar
3 Tbsp. slivered scallions, bias cut
1 Tbsp. cilantro, finely chopped

*Large avocados are recommended for this recipe. A large avocado averages about 8 ounces. If using smaller or larger size avocados adjust the quantity accordingly.

Peak California Avocado season generally is spring-summer. Look for California on the label to ensure you are selecting fresh avocados grown close to home. For more recipes visit CaliforniaAvocado.com/recipes.