Mexican Shrimp Cocktail a Nice Twist
Elevate your appetizer game with this refreshing and flavorful Mexican Shrimp Cocktail with a Nice Twist! Bursting with vibrant ingredients like juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumber, creamy avocado, and zesty lime juice, this easy-to-make dish delivers the perfect balance of tangy, spicy, and savory notes. Succulent cooked shrimp are coated in a bold sauce made from Clamato juice, ketchup, and a hint of hot sauce, while the optional jalapeño or serrano pepper adds just the right kick. Ready in just 20 minutes and served chilled, this shrimp cocktail is a show-stopping starter or light meal that’s perfect for any occasion. Pair it with crunchy tortilla chips or classic saltine crackers for a deliciously satisfying bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Shrimp, peeled, deveined, and cooked
- 1 cup Tomatoes, finely diced
- 0.5 cup Red onion, finely diced
- 1 cup Cucumber, peeled, seeded, and diced
- 1 large Avocado, diced
- 0.25 cup Cilantro, finely chopped
- 0.25 cup Lime juice
- 0.5 cup Ketchup
- 0.5 cup Clamato or tomato juice
- 2 tsp Hot sauce (e.g., Valentina or Cholula)
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 1 small Jalapeño or serrano pepper, finely diced (optional)
- 1 package Tortilla chips or saltine crackers (for serving)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the lime juice, ketchup, and Clamato (or tomato juice). Whisk until thoroughly mixed.
Add the hot sauce, salt, and black pepper to taste. Mix in the finely diced jalapeño or serrano pepper if using. Adjust spice level as desired.
Fold in the diced tomatoes, red onion, cucumber, and cilantro. Mix to combine evenly.
Gently stir in the cooked shrimp, ensuring they are fully coated in the mixture.
Carefully fold in the diced avocado to avoid breaking it apart.
Refrigerate the mixture for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve chilled in individual glasses or bowls, accompanied by tortilla chips or saltine crackers for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1622 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 63.3 g | 81% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.9 g | 44% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 886 mg | 295% | |
| Sodium | 3989 mg | 173% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 165.0 g | 60% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.9 g | 107% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.1 g | ||
| Protein | 128.1 g | 256% | |
| Vitamin D | 20.3 mcg | 101% | |
| Calcium | 449 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 8.3 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 4049 mg | 86% | |
*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.
