Best 7 Shrimp And Avocado Dip Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our tantalizing Shrimp and Avocado Dip, a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more. This delectable dip is a harmonious blend of fresh shrimp, creamy avocado, tangy lime, and a hint of spice, creating a fiesta in your mouth. Served with crispy tortilla chips, this appetizer is perfect for any occasion, whether it's a casual gathering or an elegant party. Its vibrant green color and beautiful presentation make it a feast for the eyes as well. Ready in just 15 minutes, this dip is not only delicious but also a breeze to prepare. Dive into the culinary adventure and discover the perfect balance of flavors in our Shrimp and Avocado Dip.

In addition to the main recipe, we also offer variations to cater to different preferences. For those who prefer a spicier kick, our Spicy Shrimp and Avocado Dip adds a touch of heat to the mix. If you're looking for a healthier option, our Light Shrimp and Avocado Dip uses Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise, creating a guilt-free indulgence. And for a unique twist, our Creamy Shrimp and Avocado Dip incorporates cream cheese, resulting in an irresistibly smooth and velvety texture.

No matter your taste, our selection of Shrimp and Avocado Dip recipes has something for everyone. Prepare to impress your guests with this versatile dish that's perfect for any occasion. With its vibrant flavors and ease of preparation, our Shrimp and Avocado Dip is sure to become a staple in your culinary repertoire.

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ZESTY LIME SHRIMP AND AVOCADO SALAD



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Lime juice and cilantro are the key ingredients to creating this wonderful, healthy no-cook salad you'll want to make all summer long.

Provided by Gina

Categories     Appetizer     Lunch     Salad

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup chopped red onion
2 limes (juice of)
1 tsp olive oil
1/4 tsp kosher salt (black pepper to taste)
1 lb jumbo cooked (peeled shrimp, chopped*)
1 medium tomato (diced)
1 medium hass avocado (diced (about 5 oz))
1 jalapeno (seeds removed, diced fine)
1 tbsp chopped cilantro

Steps:

  • In a small bowl combine red onion, lime juice, olive oil, salt and pepper. Let them marinate at least 5 minutes to mellow the flavor of the onion.
  • In a large bowl combine chopped shrimp, avocado, tomato, jalapeño.
  • Combine all the ingredients together, add cilantro and gently toss. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 cup, Calories 197 kcal, Carbohydrate 7 g, Protein 25 g, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Cholesterol 221 mg, Sodium 330 mg, Fiber 3 g

FRESH SHRIMP AND AVOCADO NACHOS



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I'm a fan of shrimp, and my family loves nachos. When I combined those favorites and added fresh avocado, the result was a cool yet satisfying snack. -Teri Rasey, Cadillac, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

4 plum tomatoes, chopped
3 tomatillos, husked and chopped
4 jalapeno peppers, seeded and finely chopped
1 small onion, chopped
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons lime juice, divided
2 tablespoons seasoned rice vinegar
2 garlic cloves, minced
1-1/2 teaspoons sea salt
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1 pound peeled and deveined cooked shrimp (31-40 per pound), coarsely chopped
2 medium ripe avocados, peeled and pitted, divided
1/2 cup sour cream
8 cups tortilla chips
1 cup shredded lettuce

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine tomatoes, tomatillos, peppers, onion, cilantro, oil, 1 tablespoon lime juice, vinegar, garlic, salt and oregano. Cover and refrigerate until chilled, at least 30 minutes. Stir in shrimp., For avocado cream, mash 1 avocado with sour cream and 1 tablespoon remaining lime juice until smooth. Cube remaining avocado and toss with remaining 1 tablespoon lime juice., To serve, arrange chips on a large platter. Top with shrimp mixture, cubed avocado, lettuce and avocado cream; serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 264 calories, Fat 16g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 72mg cholesterol, Sodium 542mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

SHRIMP WITH AVOCADOS



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Categories     Shellfish     Appetizer     Shrimp     Avocado     Spring     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Makes 8 first-course servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 pounds medium shrimp (about 76), peeled and deveined
3/4 cup white-wine vinegar
1 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup capers, not drained
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon celery seeds
1/2 teaspoon Tabasco
1 cup thinly sliced onion
1/2 cup chopped celery
7 bay leaves (not California)
2 firm-ripe California avocados
Accompaniment: soft green-leaf lettuce such as Boston

Steps:

  • Cook shrimp in a 5-quart pot of boiling salted water* until just cooked through, 2 to 3 minutes, then drain in a colander.
  • Whisk together vinegar, oil, capers, salt, pepper, celery seeds, and Tabasco in a large bowl, then add warm shrimp, onion, celery, and bay leaves and toss to combine. Marinate, covered and chilled, 24 hours to 2 days.
  • Just before serving, discard bay leaves. Quarter, pit, and peel avocados and cut into 3/4-inch cubes. Gently stir into shrimp salad, then spoon over lettuce.
  • When salting water for cooking, use 1 tablespoon salt for every 4 quarts water.

SHRIMP AND AVOCADO DIP



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Make and share this Shrimp and Avocado Dip recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 20m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb cooked small bay shrimp
1 large avocado, peeled and diced
2 ounces crumbled goat cheese
1 cup thinly sliced green onion, including some tender green tops
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup chili sauce
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
tortilla chips

Steps:

  • Add shrimp, avocado, cheese, green onions, and cilantro in a bowl.
  • In a smaller bowl, whisk the lemon juice, olive oil, chili sauce, salt and pepper together; add to shrimp mixture and toss gently to coat.
  • Serve with chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 248.3, Fat 15.4, SaturatedFat 4, Cholesterol 124.1, Sodium 396.6, Carbohydrate 8.9, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 1.3, Protein 19.5

BAY SHRIMP AND AVOCADO SALAD



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Provided by Sandra Lee

Categories     appetizer

Time 5m

Yield serves 2

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 ounces fresh bay shrimp
1 cup shredded carrots, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup frozen petite peas, thawed
1/2 cup frozen cut corn kernels, thawed
4 tablespoons favorite vinaigrette (recommended: Champagne vinaigrette)
Salt and pepper
1 ripe avocado, halved and pitted

Steps:

  • Toss shrimp, carrots, peas, corn, and 3 tablespoons vinaigrette in a medium bowl to coat. Season shrimp salad, to taste, with salt and pepper. Place 1 avocado half on each of 2 plates. Divide shrimp salad on top of avocado halves. Drizzle the remaining 1 tablespoon of vinaigrette over avocado halves and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 322 calorie, Fat 16 grams, SaturatedFat 1.5 grams, Cholesterol 143 milligrams, Sodium 1142 milligrams, Carbohydrate 28 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 20 grams, Sugar 7 grams

SHRIMP AND AVOCADO SALAD



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This salad has shrimp combined with avocado and a Louis-style dressing.

Provided by Inga

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Avocado Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup cooked salad shrimp
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
⅓ cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons chili sauce
salt to taste
2 avocados, halved lengthwise and pitted
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Bibb lettuce leaves
1 teaspoon paprika
sliced pimento peppers, for garnish

Steps:

  • In a bowl, mix the shrimp, chives, mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, and chili sauce. Season with salt.
  • Mound the shrimp mixture into avocado halves, and sprinkle with lemon juice. Place avocado halves on Bibb lettuce leaves that have been dusted with paprika. Garnish with strips of pimento to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340.9 calories, Carbohydrate 12.7 g, Cholesterol 69.4 mg, Fat 29.9 g, Fiber 7.7 g, Protein 9.8 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 267.6 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

AVOCADO SHRIMP SALSA



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I love to make this recipe. Sometimes I eat it all by itself, but it's excellent with tortilla chips, too! You'll enjoy it either way! -Maria Riviotta-Simmons, San Tan Valley, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 25m

Yield 6 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound peeled and deveined cooked shrimp, chopped
2 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped
2 medium ripe avocados, peeled and chopped
1 cup minced fresh cilantro
1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
3/4 cup thinly sliced green onions
1/2 cup chopped seeded peeled cucumber
3 tablespoons lime juice
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Tortilla chips

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first 11 ingredients. Serve with tortilla chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 52 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 33mg cholesterol, Sodium 133mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use ripe avocados. Look for avocados that are dark green or black in color and slightly soft to the touch.
  • If you don't have any fresh lime juice, you can use bottled lime juice instead. Just be sure to use 100% lime juice, not a lime-flavored drink.
  • If you want a spicier dip, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chili powder.
  • For a smoother dip, blend the avocado and shrimp mixture in a food processor until it is completely smooth.
  • Garnish the dip with chopped cilantro, chopped tomatoes, or a dollop of sour cream before serving.

Conclusion:

This shrimp and avocado dip is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. It is creamy, flavorful, and packed with protein. Serve it with tortilla chips, crackers, or vegetables for a crowd-pleasing snack or appetizer.

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