Shrimp & avocado cocktail
Discover a refreshing Shrimp & Avocado Cocktail that's perfect for any occasion. This recipe features succulent shrimp, creamy avocados, and crisp lettuce, all drizzled with a zesty lemon and olive oil dressing. A quick, healthy, and delicious meal that will leave your taste buds wanting more. Try it today!
- 14 Apr 2024
- Cook time 0 min
- Prep time 20 min
- 4 Servings
- 6 Ingredients
Shrimp & Avocado Cocktail is a refreshing and healthy appetizer that's perfect for any occasion. This recipe combines tender shrimp with creamy avocado and a zesty lemon dressing, served on a bed of crispy lettuce. It's quick to make, bursting with flavors, and packed with nutrients.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- In a small mixing bowl, combine the lemon juice and olive oil.
- Whisk together until blended.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.
- On a large platter or in individual serving bowls, create a bed of lettuce.
- Dice the avocados into bite-sized pieces and evenly distribute them over the lettuce.
- Scatter the cooked shrimp on top of the avocado and lettuce.
- Drizzle the prepared lemon-olive oil dressing evenly over the salad.
- Lightly toss to coat the vegetables and shrimp with the dressing.
- Serve immediately while the salad is fresh and the ingredients are vibrant.
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use fresh shrimp and ripe avocados. If possible, buy shrimp that are already cleaned and deveined to save prep time.
- After cooking the shrimp, chill them in the refrigerator for a while before combining them with the other ingredients. This helps to keep the cocktail cool and refreshing.
- To keep the avocado from browning, cut it just before serving, and make sure to toss it in some lemon juice.
- Before serving, taste the cocktail and adjust the seasoning (salt, pepper, and lemon juice) as needed to suit your preference.
- This dish is best served immediately after assembling to maintain the freshness and texture of the ingredients.
This Shrimp & Avocado Cocktail is not only incredibly delicious but also nutritious and easy to prepare. The combination of succulent shrimp, creamy avocado, and the tangy lemon dressing creates a delightful balance of flavors. Serve it at your next gathering, and it's sure to be a hit with your guests!
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 300 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 230kcal | 9% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 15g | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 12g | 4% |
| Fiber 8g | 20% |
| Sugar 1.56g | 2% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 45g | 54% |
| Saturated 7g | 22% |
| Cholesterol 110mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 330ug | 37% |
| Choline 90mg | 17% |
| Vitamin B1 0.14mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B2 0.20mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B3 3.54mg | 22% |
| Vitamin B6 0.47mg | 27% |
| Vitamin B9 130ug | 32% |
| Vitamin B12 0.94ug | 39% |
| Vitamin C 22mg | 24% |
| Vitamin E 3.38mg | 23% |
| Vitamin K 120ug | 97% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 90mg | 7% |
| Copper, Cu 0.37mg | 0% |
| Iron, Fe 1.38mg | 13% |
| Magnesium, Mg 60mg | 14% |
| Phosphorus, P 280mg | 23% |
| Potassium, K 740mg | 22% |
| Selenium, Se 27ug | 47% |
| Sodium, Na 130mg | 9% |
| Zinc, Zn 1.61mg | 15% |
| Water | |
| Water 230g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2500 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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