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.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

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)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the lime juice, ketchup, and Clamato (or tomato juice). Whisk until thoroughly mixed.

Step 2

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.

Step 3

Fold in the diced tomatoes, red onion, cucumber, and cilantro. Mix to combine evenly.

Step 4

Gently stir in the cooked shrimp, ensuring they are fully coated in the mixture.

Step 5

Carefully fold in the diced avocado to avoid breaking it apart.

Step 6

Refrigerate the mixture for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 7

Serve chilled in individual glasses or bowls, accompanied by tortilla chips or saltine crackers for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1740.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1622.2

Total Fat 63.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 885.8mg	0%
Sodium 3989.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 165.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 29.9g	0%
Total Sugars 43.1g
Protein 128.1g	0%

Vitamin D 811.1IU	0%
Calcium 449.0mg	0%
Iron 8.3mg	0%
Potassium 4049.2mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 32.7%

Protein: 29.4%

Carbs: 37.9%