Shrimp and Citrus Cocktail
Elevate your appetizer game with this vibrant Shrimp and Citrus Cocktail, a stunning fusion of zesty flavors and fresh ingredients. Perfectly poached shrimp are tossed in a tangy citrus cocktail sauce made with fresh orange and lime juice, ketchup, horseradish, and a hint of hot sauce for just the right kick. This refreshing dish is further brightened by creamy diced avocado, juicy grapefruit segments, and a touch of cilantro, making every bite a delightful balance of bold and fresh. Quick to prepare in under 30 minutes, this dish is ideal as a chilled starter or a light party snack. Serve it in elegant cocktail glasses with tortilla chips or crackers for an irresistible, crowd-pleasing presentation. Keywords: shrimp cocktail, citrus appetizer, shrimp recipe, grapefruit avocado salad, easy seafood recipe, party starters.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb raw large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 4 cups water
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 lemon (cut into wedges)
- 0.5 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed)
- 0.25 cup lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 0.5 cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp horseradish
- 1 tsp hot sauce
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tbsp cilantro (finely chopped)
- 1 avocado (diced)
- 1 cup grapefruit segments
- salt (to taste)
- black pepper (to taste)
- tortilla chips or crackers (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a medium pot and add 1 tsp of salt and the lemon wedges.
Add the shrimp to the boiling water and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until they are pink and opaque.
Quickly drain the shrimp and transfer them to an ice bath to stop the cooking process. Once chilled, drain and pat dry.
In a large bowl, whisk together orange juice, lime juice, ketchup, horseradish, hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper.
Add the chilled shrimp, cilantro, avocado, and grapefruit segments to the bowl. Gently stir to combine and coat the shrimp in the citrus cocktail sauce.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 15-20 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
Serve chilled in cocktail glasses or small bowls, optionally accompanied by tortilla chips or crackers.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
277 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 7.7 g | 10% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.1 g | 6% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 221 mg | 74% | |
| Sodium | 952 mg | 41% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.5 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.4 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.2 g | ||
| Protein | 29.2 g | 58% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 136 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 695 mg | 15% | |
*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.
