Mexican Seafood Cocktail
Dive into the vibrant flavors of Mexico with this refreshing Mexican Seafood Cocktail, a delightful mix of tender shrimp, succulent lump crab meat, and crisp vegetables like cucumber and Roma tomatoes. Infused with a tangy sauce made from Clamato juice, zesty lime, and a touch of hot sauce for just the right kick, this no-cook, 20-minute recipe is an absolute showstopper. Creamy diced avocado and fresh cilantro bring balance, while optional tortilla chips or saltine crackers add a satisfying crunch to each bite. Perfect as a light appetizer or a standalone meal, this seafood cocktail is ideal for summer gatherings or any time you're craving fresh, vibrant flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Large shrimp, peeled, deveined, and cooked
- 8 ounces Lump crab meat
- 4 unit Roma tomatoes, diced
- 0.5 cup Red onion, finely chopped
- 1 unit Cucumber, peeled, seeded, and diced
- 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 unit Avocado, diced
- 1 cup Clamato juice
- 0.5 cup Ketchup
- 0.25 cup Lime juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 tablespoon Hot sauce (like Valentina or Tabasco)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- Tortilla chips or saltine crackers (optional, for serving)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked shrimp and lump crab meat.
Add the diced tomatoes, chopped red onion, diced cucumber, and chopped cilantro to the bowl. Gently combine to mix the ingredients.
In a separate medium-sized bowl, whisk together the Clamato juice, ketchup, lime juice, hot sauce, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Pour the sauce mixture over the shrimp-and-crab mixture in the large bowl. Gently stir to evenly coat the seafood and vegetables.
Carefully fold in the diced avocado, being cautious not to mash it too much.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve the Mexican Seafood Cocktail in chilled glasses or bowls, garnished with additional cilantro if desired.
Pair with tortilla chips or saltine crackers for a crunchy complement to this refreshing dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1352 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 38.8 g | 50% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.9 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1006 mg | 335% | |
| Sodium | 5059 mg | 220% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 114.4 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.1 g | 82% | |
| Total Sugars | 50.8 g | ||
| Protein | 163.0 g | 326% | |
| Vitamin D | 20.3 mcg | 101% | |
| Calcium | 539 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 10.1 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 4716 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.
