Description
A refreshing and zesty appetizer featuring tender, chilled shrimp tossed with a medley of fresh tomatoes, crisp cucumber, red onion, and jalapeño. Enhanced with lime and a splash of tomato juice, this vibrant dish is perfect for a light meal or as a party starter.
Ingredients
For the Cocktail:
1 lb shrimp, peeled, deveined, and cooked (chilled)
1 cup ripe tomatoes, diced
1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
1 small cucumber, diced
1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
1 avocado, diced
1/2 cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
For the Dressing:
Juice of 2 limes
1/4 cup tomato juice (or Clamato for a richer flavor)
1 teaspoon hot sauce (adjust to taste)
Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
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Prepare the Vegetables:
In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, red onion, cucumber, jalapeño, avocado, and cilantro. -
Mix the Dressing:
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, tomato juice, hot sauce, salt, and pepper. -
Assemble the Cocktail:
Add the chilled shrimp to the vegetable mixture and gently toss. Pour the dressing over the top and mix until the ingredients are well coated. -
Chill and Serve:
Refrigerate for at least 15–20 minutes to let the flavors meld. Serve chilled, with tortilla chips or over a bed of lettuce if desired.
Notes
- For extra heat, leave some jalapeño seeds in or add extra hot sauce.
- If using raw shrimp, cook them by boiling or sautéing until pink before chilling.
- Adjust the lime and tomato juice ratios to suit your taste preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ~1 cup
- Calories: ~150
- Sugar: ~5 g
- Sodium: ~300 mg
- Fat: ~5 g
- Saturated Fat: ~1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: ~10 g
- Fiber: ~3 g
- Protein: ~20 g
- Cholesterol: ~150 mg