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.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:3 mins

Total Time:23 mins

Servings: 4

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
• 0 salt (to taste)
• 0 black pepper (to taste)
• 0 tortilla chips or crackers (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a medium pot and add 1 tsp of salt and the lemon wedges.

Step 2

Add the shrimp to the boiling water and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until they are pink and opaque.

Step 3

Quickly drain the shrimp and transfer them to an ice bath to stop the cooking process. Once chilled, drain and pat dry.

Step 4

In a large bowl, whisk together orange juice, lime juice, ketchup, horseradish, hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper.

Step 5

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.

Step 6

Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 15-20 minutes to let the flavors meld together.

Step 7

Serve chilled in cocktail glasses or small bowls, optionally accompanied by tortilla chips or crackers.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2177.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	993.7

Total Fat 24.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 884.5mg	0%
Sodium 4103.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 92.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.6g	0%
Total Sugars 52.5g
Protein 115.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 510.4mg	0%
Iron 3.8mg	0%
Potassium 2703.3mg	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: 20.9%

Protein: 44.0%

Carbs: 35.2%