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A vibrant glass bowl filled with bright orange and pink shrimp cocktail, topped with chopped cilantro and sliced lime wedges, garnished with fresh diced tomatoes, and served on a colorful plate. The textures appear juicy and succulent with a hint of freshness, accentuated by a drizzle of spicy cocktail sauce, all styled beautifully with fresh herbs and citrus for an inviting presentation.

Refreshing Mexican Shrimp Cocktail Loaded with Flavor

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A quick and easy Mexican shrimp cocktail recipe combining succulent shrimp with tangy citrus, fresh herbs, and spicy sauce for a refreshing appetizer.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup tomato juice
  • 1/4 cup chopped red onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1 jalapeno, finely chopped (optional)
  • Juice of 2 limes
  • 1 teaspoon hot sauce (adjust to taste)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Sliced lime and chopped cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine cooked shrimp, tomato juice, red onion, cilantro, jalapeno, lime juice, hot sauce, salt, and pepper.
  2. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly coated.
  3. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  4. Serve in glasses or bowls garnished with lime slices and additional cilantro.

Notes

  • Use fresh, high-quality shrimp for best flavor.
  • Adjust spiciness by adding more or less jalapeno or hot sauce.
  • This recipe can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to 2 hours.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Method: Chilling, Mixing
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 150 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 4 g
  • Sodium: 550 mg
  • Fat: 5 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 15 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 14 g
  • Cholesterol: 165 mg