Description
A fresh and vibrant Avocado Shrimp Salsa combining tender, boiled shrimp with creamy avocado, crunchy cucumbers, and zesty lime. Perfect as a light appetizer or served with chips for a flavorful snack.
Ingredients
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Seafood
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
Vegetables & Herbs
- 2 avocados, cubed
- 2 Persian cucumbers, chopped
- 1/2 cup tomatoes, chopped
- 1-2 jalapeños, seeded if desired, and chopped
- 1 small shallot, finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic, grated
- 1/2 cup cilantro, roughly chopped
Seasonings & Condiments
- 1 tbsp lime zest
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 1/3 cup salsa verde
- Flaky sea salt, to taste
Instructions
- Cook the shrimp: Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat. Add the shrimp and simmer until pink and cooked through, about 2-3 minutes depending on shrimp size. Drain the shrimp and immediately run them under cold water to halt the cooking process. Once cooled, chop the shrimp into bite-sized pieces.
- Combine ingredients: In a large bowl, add the chopped shrimp, cubed avocados, chopped Persian cucumbers, tomatoes, jalapeños, finely chopped shallot, grated garlic, roughly chopped cilantro, lime zest, lime juice, and salsa verde. Gently mix to combine all ingredients well.
- Season and serve: Season the salsa with flaky sea salt to taste and stir gently to distribute the seasoning. Serve immediately with plenty of tortilla chips for dipping or as a fresh topping for tacos or grilled meats.
Notes
- You can adjust the number of jalapeños depending on your preferred spice level.
- Use fresh lime juice and zest for the best citrus flavor.
- Serve the salsa immediately to prevent the avocado from browning.
- For a milder version, omit the jalapeños or use a milder pepper.
- Can be stored in the refrigerator for up to one day; cover with plastic wrap pressed directly on the salsa to reduce browning.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe (approx. 150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
