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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!
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 199kcal
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