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Mexican Shrimp Cocktail

Zesty Mexican Shrimp Cocktail: A Summer Must-Have Delight

This vibrant Mexican Shrimp Cocktail is a refreshing and gluten-free dish perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cocktail
  • 1 lb Medium-sized Shrimp (31-40 count) Peeled and deveined
  • 3 medium Roma Tomatoes Diced
  • 1 medium Cucumber Diced
  • 2 stalks Celery Diced
  • 1 medium Jalapeño Diced, adjust to taste
  • 1 medium Red Onion Finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup Lime Juice Freshly squeezed
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Tomato and Clam Juice Cocktail Can substitute with homemade mix
  • 1/4 cup Ketchup Or omit for a lighter sauce
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Cilantro Or use parsley
  • 2 dashes Hot Pepper Sauce Adjust according to spice preference
For Serving
  • 2 medium Avocados Diced, add right before serving

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • Chopping board
  • Knife
  • Refrigerator
  • Plastic wrap

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the onion by finely chopping the red onion and mixing it with lime juice. Let it sit for 10 minutes.
  2. Combine the shrimp, diced tomatoes, cucumber, celery, jalapeño, and season with salt and pepper in a bowl and toss gently.
  3. Make the dressing by whisking together tomato and clam juice cocktail, ketchup, cilantro, and hot pepper sauce in a separate bowl for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Fold the dressing into the shrimp mixture and gently stir in the marinated onions.
  5. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight for best flavor.
  6. Just before serving, fold in diced avocados and serve in bowls with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 20gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish is a great make-ahead choice and tastes even better when chilled overnight. Ensure not to overcook the shrimp, and add avocado just before serving to keep it fresh.

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