Description
A refreshing and delicious Mexican Shrimp Cocktail that combines the bounty of seafood with vibrant citrus flavors, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup diced tomatoes, fresh or canned
- 1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/2 cup peeled, seeded, and diced cucumber
- 1/2 cup diced avocado
- 1 small jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the ketchup, lime juice, and orange juice until fully combined.
- Gently add the diced tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, cucumber, jalapeño, and avocado to the bowl and stir until evenly distributed.
- Fold in the cooked shrimp into the mixture, ensuring all pieces are thoroughly coated.
- Adjust the seasoning with salt and black pepper as needed.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Spoon into chilled glasses or bowls and garnish with fresh lime wedges.
Notes
Serve with tortilla chips or crackers for a delightful crunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 200mg