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Avocado Shrimp Salsa

This Avocado Shrimp Salsa is a bright & zesty recipe! It makes the perfect appetizer or even main dish for parties. Serve with tortilla or pita chips and enjoy!
Prep Time15 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6 servings
Author: Yumna Jawad

Ingredients

  • 1 pound raw shrimp peeled and deveined
  • ¼ cup old bay seasoning
  • 2 avocados diced
  • 2 roma tomatoes diced
  • 1 small red onion diced
  • ½ cup cilantro chopped, packed
  • 2 limes juiced
  • 1 garlic clove pressed
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Tortilla chips for serving

Instructions

  • Bring a large pot of water and old bay seasoning to a boil over high heat. Lower the heat to a low, add the shrimp and cook, stirring occasionally for 2-3 minutes until the shrimp become bright pink and curl. Strain and transfer a bowl of ice water to immediately stop the cooking.
  • Drain and transfer the cooked shrimp to a cutting board, then chop into smaller pieces and place in a large mixing bowl.
  • Add the avocados, tomatoes, red onions, cilantro, lime juice and garlic. Taste and adjust to taste by adding more salt and pepper, if desired.
  • Serve cold with tortilla chips.

Notes

Storage: This shrimp avocado salsa is best eaten fresh. It will last in the fridge for 12-24 hours before the avocado starts breaking down. 

Nutrition

Calories: 199kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 122mg | Sodium: 103mg | Potassium: 652mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 448IU | Vitamin C: 18mg | Calcium: 101mg | Iron: 2mg

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