Mexican Shrimp Cocktail
A refreshing and vibrant dish featuring shrimp, tomatoes, avocado, and a zesty lime dressing, perfect as an appetizer.
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Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 200kcal
Ingredients
- 1 lb shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 cup diced cucumber
- 1 cup diced avocado
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 1/4 cup cilantro chopped
- 1/2 cup lime juice
- 1/2 tsp hot sauce optional
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Tortilla chips for serving
Instructions
- Boil water in a large pot.
- Add the shrimp and cook until pink, about 2-3 minutes.
- Drain the shrimp and place them in an ice bath.
- Chop the shrimp into bite-sized pieces.
- In a bowl, combine the shrimp, tomatoes, cucumber, avocado, and red onion.
- Add lime juice, cilantro, salt, and pepper.
- Stir gently to combine without mashing the avocado.
- If desired, add hot sauce for extra heat.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve chilled with tortilla chips.
Nutrition
Calories: 200kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 10g | Fiber: 3g