Gazpacho Shrimp Cocktail
Fresh, vibrant, and bursting with bold flavors, this Gazpacho Shrimp Cocktail is a refreshing twist on classic shrimp cocktail, perfect for warm weather entertaining. Juicy, poached shrimp are paired with a chilled, velvety gazpacho base made from garden-fresh tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and sweet red bell pepper, blended with aromatic garlic and a touch of zesty red wine vinegar. This quick and elegant appetizer is garnished with creamy avocado cubes and a sprinkle of cilantro, offering a delightful contrast of textures and flavors. Easy to make in just 30 minutes, this stunning dish is served with lime wedges for a citrusy kick, making it ideal for summer parties or an impressive first course. Keywords: Gazpacho Shrimp Cocktail, refreshing appetizer, poached shrimp recipe, chilled gazpacho, summer entertaining recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cups water
- 1 lemon, sliced
- 1 bay leaf
- 4 medium tomatoes, chopped
- 1 small cucumber, peeled, seeded, and chopped
- 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
- 0.25 cup red onion, chopped
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 cup tomato juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 tsp hot sauce
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 large avocado, diced
- 4 lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
Bring 4 cups of water to a gentle boil in a medium pot. Add the sliced lemon and bay leaf for aroma.
Carefully place the shrimp into the pot and poach for 2-3 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and opaque. Drain and immediately transfer the shrimp to an ice bath to stop the cooking process. Set aside.
In a blender, combine the tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, red onion, garlic, tomato juice, olive oil, red wine vinegar, hot sauce, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth.
Transfer the gazpacho mixture to a bowl and stir in the chopped cilantro. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Divide the chilled gazpacho evenly among four serving glasses or bowls.
Top each serving with poached shrimp and a few avocado cubes.
Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1282 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 61.1 g | 78% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.3 g | 46% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 857 mg | 286% | |
| Sodium | 3737 mg | 162% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 77.2 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.5 g | 102% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.7 g | ||
| Protein | 123.7 g | 247% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 567 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 7.1 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 4700 mg | 100% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
