Avocado Shrimp Salsa Recipe
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4.9
Avocado Shrimp Salsa Recipe
Description
Avocado Shrimp Salsa Recipe blends sautéed shrimp with creamy avocado and fresh vegetables including cucumber and tomatoes, finished with lime juice and chopped cilantro for brightness. The shrimp are cooked just until opaque, then chopped and marinated briefly in lime juice to enhance flavor. Diced avocado and cucumber add creaminess and crunch, while onion and cilantro contribute sharpness and herbaceous notes. This salsa offers a mix of textures from tender shrimp to crisp vegetables and creamy avocado, providing a lively yet balanced dish.
The method involves cooking shrimp quickly in olive oil, ensuring they remain tender, then combining them with the fresh salsa ingredients without additional cooking. This preserves the vibrant, fresh flavors and varying textures. It can be served immediately as a topping for tortilla chips or alongside a green salad, adding a fresh, seafood twist to your meal.
The recipe notes suggest using pre-cooked shrimp requires rinsing and drying before chopping, which helps maintain texture and avoids excess moisture in the salsa. Adding hot sauce is an optional step for those desiring a spicy kick.
Ingredients
- 1 lb Shrimp peeled and deveined, raw
- 1/4 tsp salt or to taste
- 1/4 tsp black pepper or to taste
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 3 lime medium; juiced
- 2 avocado medium or large
- 1/2 English cucumber
- 3 medium or 4 roma tomatoes
- 1 onion finely diced, small
- 1/2 cup cilantro chopped, 1/2 bunch
Instructions
- Season shrimp lightly with salt and pepper. Place a large skillet over medium high heat. Once the pan is hot, add 1 Tbsp olive oil. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook 3 minutes total, turning once halfway. Saute just until cooked through then remove from the pan. Transfer to cutting board, coarsely chop and place into a large mixing bowl.
- Squeeze the juice of 3 medium limes over the shrimp, stir and set aside to marinate while you prepare remaining salsa ingredients.
- Dice cucumber, tomato and avocado and add them to the mixing bowl with shrimp.
- Finely dice onion and chop 1/2 bunch of fresh cilantro. Add to the mixing bowl then stir together all of the ingredients until well combined and serve. We love this served with hot sauce (such as Tabasco) and tortilla chips.
Notes
- If using pre-cooked shrimp, rinse under cold water and pat dry before chopping to maintain the salsa's texture.
- Fresh lime juice not only adds flavor but also gently marinates the shrimp and helps keep the avocado from browning.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6as an appetizer
Amount Per Serving
Calories 242 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 242kcal | 12% |
| Carbs | 15g | |
| Protein | 18g | 36% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 190mg | 63% |
| Sodium | 722mg | 30% |
| Potassium | 616mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 7g | 28% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 165IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 23.6mg | 26% |
| Calcium | 143mg | 14% |
| Iron | 2.6mg | 14% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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