Ingredients
– 1 lb raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
– 1/4 tsp salt and black pepper, or to taste
– 1 Tbsp olive oil
– 3 medium limes, juiced
– 2 medium to large avocados
– 1/2 English cucumber
– 3 medium or 4 Roma tomatoes
– 1 onion, finely diced
– 1/2 cup cilantro (1/2 bunch), chopped
Instructions
1-First, prepare all ingredients by peeling, chopping, and measuring them out to have everything ready.
2-Second, cook and cool the shrimp if using fresh shrimp; for dietary adaptations, substitute with prepared plant-based proteins.
3-Third, in a mixing bowl, combine diced avocado, cooked shrimp, red onion, tomatoes, jalapeño, and cilantro carefully to keep avocado from mashing.
4-Fourth, squeeze fresh lime juice over the mixture and gently stir to distribute acidity evenly.
5-Fifth, season with salt and pepper according to taste, adjusting gently for dietary needs such as low sodium.
6-Final step, chill the salsa for 15-20 minutes to blend flavors before serving; it can be served as a dip, topping, or side dish, adapted easily for different dietary preferences.
Last Step:
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🍤 If using pre-cooked shrimp, rinse under cold water and pat dry before chopping.
🍋 Fresh lime juice enhances flavor without extra salt and helps keep veggies crisp and avocado green.
🔪 Use small shrimp to avoid chopping and keep salsa texture consistent.
- Prep Time: 17 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing and mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Gluten-Free, Low Carb
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 242
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 722 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 190 mg