Shrimp Cocktail with Avocado

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This tasty shrimp cocktail with avocado is a fantastic way to elevate classic shrimp with a creamy and delicious twist! Juicy cooked shrimp are dipped into tangy cocktail sauce with the addition of diced avocado and lime.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 0

Total Time 10

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American, Mexican

Servings 1/4 cup servings

Calories 120 kcal

Equipment

Serving Dish

Ingredients

1 lb large cooked shrimp peeled and deveined
1 ripe avocado diced
1/2 cup cocktail sauce
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1/4 teaspoon black pepper fresh cracked is best
Tortilla chips or crackers optional for serving

Instructions

Rinsed the cooked shrimp under cold running water, drain and pat with a paper towel to dry. Set aside in a bowl.
Prepare your avocado: halve the avocado and remove the pit. With a spoon, scoop out the inside flesh. Dice with a knife, and place the diced avocado in a mixing bowl. Squeeze the fresh lime juice over the shrimp and add the cracked black pepper. Mix well to combine.
In a small serving dish cocktail glass (I use a wide margarita glass), add the cocktail sauce.
To serve - enjoy one shrimp dipped in cocktail sauce with diced avocado on top. You can use a toothpick or enjoy on tortilla chips or crackers.

Notes

Additions and Substitutions

Add a tablespoon of freshly chopped cilantro on top.

If you don't have limes you can use a fresh lemon instead to toss with the avocado.

Want more crunch? Add some chopped cucumber or diced mango to switch up the flavor!

Sprinkle a little smoked paprika over each of the shrimp and avocado bites if desired.

If you like the flavor of horseradish, you can stir in a teaspoon or two of prepared horseradish into the cocktail sauce if you prefer.

Nutrition

Calories: 120kcal