Transport yourself to the sun-kissed shores of Mexico with this vibrant and refreshing shrimp cocktail. Bursting with fresh flavors and a zesty kick, it's the perfect appetizer or light meal for a hot day. The combination of succulent shrimp, crisp vegetables, and a tangy tomato-lime broth creates a symphony of taste that will leave you craving more. ¡Buen provecho!
Ingridients
Adjust Servings
Nutrition
Carbohydrate
42 g
Cholesterol
221 mg
Fiber
9 g
Protein
29 g
Saturated Fat
3 g
Sodium
2626 mg
Sugar
21 g
Fat
17 g
Unsaturated Fat
0 g
DIRECTIONS
Salamander lied porpoise much over tightly circa horse
taped so innocuously side crudey mightily rigorous plot life. New homes in
particular are subject. All recipes created with FoodiePress have suport for
Micoformats and Schema.org is a collaboration byo improve convallis.
01 Step
Recipe View
5 mins
Gather all your ingredients for a smooth cooking experience. (5 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View
10 mins
In a small bowl, combine the chopped onion and lime juice. Let it stand for 10 minutes to mellow the onion's sharpness and allow the lime to 'cook' it slightly. (10 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View
5 mins
In a medium bowl, gently toss the cooked shrimp, diced Roma tomatoes, chopped cucumber, celery, minced jalapeño, salt, and black pepper until everything is evenly distributed. (5 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View
3 mins
In a separate bowl, whisk together the chilled tomato and clam juice cocktail, ketchup, chopped cilantro, and Mexican hot sauce. Adjust the amount of hot sauce to your liking for the perfect level of heat. (3 minutes)
05 Step
Recipe View
2 mins
Pour the dressing over the shrimp mixture and gently fold to combine, ensuring that all the ingredients are coated evenly. (2 minutes)
06 Step
Recipe View
2 mins
Carefully fold in the diced avocado, being mindful not to mash it. The avocado should remain in chunks to provide a creamy texture. (2 minutes)
07 Step
Recipe View
1 hrs
Cover the bowl tightly and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and develop fully. (1 hour)
08 Step
Recipe View
Serve chilled in individual glasses or bowls. Garnish with extra cilantro, a drizzle of hot sauce, and avocado slices if desired. Accompany with saltine crackers or tortilla chips for dipping.
For the best flavor, use high-quality, ripe tomatoes and avocados.
Adjust the amount of jalapeño and hot sauce to your preference.
If you don't have Clamato®, you can substitute with tomato juice and a dash of Worcestershire sauce.
Make sure all the ingredients are well-chilled before assembling the cocktail.
This recipe is best enjoyed fresh, so it's recommended to consume it within a day of making it.
Our recipe authors are passionate food lovers who share thousands of diverse dishes from around the world. They bring daily cooking inspiration with delicious, easy-to-make recipes for every occasion.
This recipe is amazing! I made it for a summer BBQ, and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the fresh flavors and the perfect balance of heat.
Robin Little
May 18, 2025
I've tried other shrimp cocktail recipes before, but this one is by far the best. The combination of the lime juice, hot sauce, and cilantro is just perfect.
Boyd Bradtke
Feb 15, 2025
Easy to follow and delicious! I added a little bit of mango to mine for a sweeter twist, and it was fantastic.
Bud Satterfield
May 9, 2024
Thank you for sharing this recipe! It's become a family favorite.
Magnolia Miller
May 20, 2025This recipe is amazing! I made it for a summer BBQ, and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the fresh flavors and the perfect balance of heat.
Robin Little
May 18, 2025I've tried other shrimp cocktail recipes before, but this one is by far the best. The combination of the lime juice, hot sauce, and cilantro is just perfect.
Boyd Bradtke
Feb 15, 2025Easy to follow and delicious! I added a little bit of mango to mine for a sweeter twist, and it was fantastic.
Bud Satterfield
May 9, 2024Thank you for sharing this recipe! It's become a family favorite.