Grilled Pineapple Tostadas with Spicy Avocado Crema and Pickled Red Onion

Ingredients

• •4 small tostada shells
• •1 medium pineapple, peeled, cored, and sliced into rings
• •1 tablespoon olive oil
• •1 large avocado, ripe
• •1/4 cup sour cream
• •1 tablespoon lime juice (freshly squeezed)
• •1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• •1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, adjust to taste)
• •1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
• •1/2 cup white vinegar
• •1/4 cup water
• •1 tablespoon sugar
• •1 teaspoon salt (divided)
• •Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the pickled red onion: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine white vinegar, water, sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Heat until sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and pour over the sliced red onions in a heatproof jar or bowl. Set aside to pickle for at least 15 minutes.

2. 2

   Brush the pineapple slices with olive oil, then grill them on a medium-high grill or grill pan for 2-3 minutes per side until char marks form. Remove and set aside.

3. 3

   Make the spicy avocado crema: In a blender or food processor, combine the avocado, sour cream, lime juice, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt. Blend until smooth and creamy.

4. 4

   Assemble the tostadas: Place a grilled pineapple slice on each tostada shell. Top with a drizzle of spicy avocado crema.

5. 5

   Add a small handful of pickled red onion and garnish with chopped fresh cilantro.

6. 6

   Serve immediately and enjoy!