Best 8 Shrimp And Avocado Salsa Recipes

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**Shrimp and Avocado Salsa: A Refreshing and Flavorful Appetizer**

When it comes to quick and easy appetizers, shrimp and avocado salsa is a standout choice. This vibrant dish combines the succulent sweetness of shrimp with the creamy richness of avocado, creating a harmonious blend of flavors and textures. The salsa is elevated with a zesty combination of lime juice, cilantro, and jalapeno, resulting in a refreshing and slightly spicy kick. Served with crispy tortilla chips or fresh vegetables for dipping, this shrimp and avocado salsa is guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser at any gathering. Additionally, this recipe article provides variations for those seeking a spicier or vegan version of the salsa, making it a versatile dish that can be tailored to diverse preferences.

**Alternative Versions:**

- **Spicy Shrimp and Avocado Salsa**: For those who enjoy a more pronounced heat, this variation incorporates additional jalapenos and a pinch of cayenne pepper, resulting in a fiery and flavorful salsa.

- **Vegan Shrimp and Avocado Salsa**: To cater to vegan and vegetarian preferences, this recipe offers a plant-based alternative by replacing the shrimp with hearts of palm. The hearts of palm provide a similar texture to shrimp, making this dish equally satisfying and delicious.

These recipe variations allow you to customize the shrimp and avocado salsa to your desired level of spiciness and dietary preferences, ensuring that everyone can enjoy this refreshing and flavorful appetizer

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

COCONUT SHRIMP TACOS WITH MANGO SALSA AND AVOCADO CILANTRO SAUCE



Coconut Shrimp Tacos With Mango Salsa and Avocado Cilantro Sauce image

This dish is so easy to make and yet looks and tastes impressive enough to serve for a dinner party.

Provided by Christina Anstead

Categories     HarperCollins     Shellfish     Seafood     Shrimp     Dinner     Taco     Coconut     Salsa     Mango     Cilantro     Avocado     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 23

For the shrimp:
Coconut or avocado oil cooking spray
1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
½ teaspoon paprika
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 egg
1 pound medium wild shrimp, peeled, deveined, and tails removed
For the salsa:
1 cup diced mango or pineapple
½ cup diced red bell pepper
¼ cup diced red onion
Zest and juice of 1 medium lime
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro or mint
For the sauce:
1 cup loosely packed fresh cilantro
1 medium avocado
Juice of 1 medium lime
1 garlic clove
½ teaspoon ground cumin
Pinch of cayenne
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
For serving:
Small (gluten-free) corn tortillas or lettuce cups, finely shredded purple cabbage, avocado slices

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F. Place a wire rack on top of a large baking sheet, coat with cooking spray, and set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, mix together the coconut and paprika and season with salt and pepper. In a small bowl, whisk the egg with 1 tablespoon water.
  • Make an assembly line with the shrimp, egg wash, coconut mixture, and prepared baking sheet. Dip the shrimp in the egg wash, then dredge in the coconut, lightly shaking off any excess, then place the coated shrimp on the baking rack. Repeat with the remaining shrimp, spacing them out evenly on the baking rack so they will get crispy instead of steaming.
  • Bake for 12 to 14 minutes, until the shrimp are cooked through and the coconut has started to brown.
  • While the shrimp are cooking, make the salsa and sauce. In a medium bowl, toss together the salsa ingredients and set aside.
  • In a food processor or high-powered blender, add the sauce ingredients and ⅓ cup water. Pulse until smooth, adjusting the seasonings to your taste. If desired, spoon the sauce into a small zip-top bag and cut the tip off of one of the bottom corners (like you would to make a piping bag for icing), just enough to make a small hole. This will make it easier to drizzle your sauce more evenly, but you could also just use a spoon.
  • To assemble the tacos, place 3 to 4 shrimp on a tortilla or lettuce cup, top with shredded cabbage, a spoonful of salsa, and an avocado slice. Pipe or drizzle the sauce over the top.

SHRIMP AND AVOCADO SALSA



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This was posted in the Houston Chronicle. It's similar to a dish served at Goode Co. Seafood restaurant. A refreshing summer treat. You can serve it with tortilla chips as an appetizer, or as a topping for grilled seafood or veggie dishes.

Provided by PanNan

Categories     Peppers

Time 30m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 lbs boiled shrimp, peeled,deveined
4 -5 avocados, chopped
8 small tomatoes, chopped
1/2 cup chopped cilantro
6 green onions, chopped
2 -4 jalapenos, seeded,chopped
2 limes, juice of
1 (12 ounce) jar cocktail seafood sauce
1/4 cup ketchup
salt

Steps:

  • Combine shrimp, avocados, tomatoes, cilantro, green onions, jalapeños and lime juice in a bowl and mix gently.
  • Stir in seafood sauce, ketchup and salt.
  • Chill, covered, until serving time.
  • Garnish with a whole jalapeño.
  • Note- if you like it hotter, leave the seeds in the jalapenos.

SHRIMP AND PORK TACOS WITH TOMATO SALSA AND CREAMED AVOCADO



Shrimp and Pork Tacos with Tomato Salsa and Creamed Avocado image

Provided by Roger Mooking

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 28

1 teaspoon vegetable oil
12 ounces ground pork
1 shallot, diced
1 clove garlic, diced
1 green chile, chopped
2 tablespoons ground cumin
2 teaspoon smoked paprika
15 (21/25 count) shrimp, shelled, deveined and coarsely chopped
1/2 cup canned water chestnuts, rinsed, drained and diced
Pinch sugar
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro stems
Zest and juice of 1 lime
Salt
3 plum tomatoes, diced
2 green onions, chopped
Juice of 1/2 lime
1/4 bunch fresh cilantro, leaves picked and stems chopped
Pinch sugar
Salt
2 avocados, halved, pitted, peeled and chopped
Juice of 2 1/2 limes
1/4 bunch green onion, chopped
2 tablespoons sugar
1/4 cup sour cream
Salt
8 soft tortilla shells, warmed over grill or in microwave for 30 seconds
Fresh cilantro sprigs, for garnish
Salt

Steps:

  • For the shrimp and pork filling: In a cast iron pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Place the pork in the pan and saute until brown and caramelized.
  • Once the pork has browned, add the shallots, garlic, and chiles, cook for 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Add the cumin and smoked paprika and stir. Add the shrimp and stir. Once the shrimp has turned pink, add the water chestnuts and stir. Add the sugar, cilantro stems, lime zest and juice, remove from heat.
  • For the tomato salsa: Put the tomatoes and green onions in a small bowl. Add the lime juice, cilantro leaves and stems and mix. Season the salsa with sugar and salt.
  • For the creamed avocado: Put the avocados in a bowl, add the lime juice and chopped green onion. Add the sugar and sour cream. Mash until the mixture is incorporated. Season with salt.
  • To assemble the shrimp and pork tacos: Place the tortilla shells on a plate. Divide the pork and shrimp filling among the tortilla shells. Spoon the filling in the center of the taco.
  • Spoon the creamed avocado and tomato salsa over the tortilla shells. Garnish with cilantro.

SHRIMP WITH SALSA, AVOCADO, AND CHIPS



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Provided by Paul Grimes

Categories     Tomato     Picnic     Kid-Friendly     Lunch     Seafood     Shrimp     Avocado     Hot Pepper     Summer     Cabbage     Potluck     Gourmet     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Small Plates

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 medium tomatoes, chopped (1 cup)
1/4 cup chopped white onion
1/4 cup finely chopped cilantro
1 to 2 teaspoons chopped fresh serrano chile, including seeds
2 tablespoons ketchup
2 to 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice, divided
1 pound peeled cooked shrimp, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2 (6- to 8-ounces) firm-ripe avocados
2 cups shredded green cabbage
1/2 cup coarsely crumbled tortilla chips
Equipment: 4 (16-ounces) wide jars or containers with lids
Accompaniment: tortilla chips

Steps:

  • Stir together tomatoes, onion, cilantro, chile, ketchup, 1 tablespoon lime juice, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Stir in shrimp and season with salt and pepper.
  • Mash avocados with remaining 1 to 2 tablespoons lime juice and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  • Divide shrimp mixture among jars and layer avocado, cabbage, and crumbled chips on top.

OLIVE OIL POACHED SHRIMP WITH OLIVE TORTILLAS, CUMIN SCENTED BLACK BEANS AND TOMATILLO AVOCADO SALSA



Olive Oil Poached Shrimp with Olive Tortillas, Cumin Scented Black Beans and Tomatillo Avocado Salsa image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h5m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 45

2 cups olive oil
2 cloves garlic, crushed
2 shallots, thinly sliced
1/2 teaspoon black peppercorns
4 slices lemon
3 sprigs fresh thyme
18 whole shrimp, cleaned and deveined
3 cups baby arugula
1 cup radishes, thinly sliced
1 cup watercress
1/4 cup assorted olives, cut in slivers
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Olive Tortillas, recipe follows
Cumin Scented Black Beans, recipe follows
Tomatillo Avocado Salsa, recipe follows
4 ounces queso fresco, crumbled
Lime Sour Cream, recipe follows
Fresh cilantro sprigs, for garnish
6 lime wedges, for garnish
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for rolling
1/2 cup vegetable shortening (3 1/2 ounces)
2 tablespoons pitted and finely chopped kalamata olives
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup warm water
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 onion, diced
2 teaspoons ground toasted cumin seeds
1/2 teaspoon hot red pepper flakes
8 ounces cooked black beans
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 bunch fresh cilantro, minced
8 ounces tomatillo, papery husks removed, cut into 1/4-inch dice
2 avocados, peeled, pitted and cut into 1/4-inch dice
3 scallions, finely chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, seed and minced
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon lime juice
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup sour cream
Zest and juice of 1 lime
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • For the shrimp: In a medium saucepot, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil. Add the garlic and shallots and cook until translucent. Then add the black peppercorns, lemon slices, thyme and the rest of the olive oil.
  • Bring to a boil, and then take off the heat. Let stand for 15 minutes to infuse the flavors.
  • Return the oil to medium heat. Add the shrimp and poach until the shrimp is cooked, 3 to 4 minutes. Remove from the oil to cool.
  • For the salad: Combine the arugula, radishes, watercress and olives in a large bowl. Toss with the olive oil and rice vinegar. Season with salt and pepper.
  • To serve, place a warm Olive Tortilla on a plate and top with a tablespoon of the Cumin Scented Black Beans. Top with 3 pieces poached shrimp, then a small mound of the salad. Top with the Tomatillo Avocado Salsa and some cheese. Drizzle some Lime Sour Cream on top and garnish with cilantro sprigs and lime. Repeat with the remaining ingredients.
  • In the bowl of a heavy duty mixer, place the flour, shortening, olives and salt. Beat with the paddle until crumbly, 3 to 5 minutes. With the mixer running, gradually add the warm water and continue mixing until the dough is smooth, about 3 minutes.
  • Divide the dough into 6 pieces. Roll each piece into a ball and place on a baking sheet or board. Cover with a towel and let rest at room temperature at least 15 minutes or up to 1 hour.
  • Cut out six 12-inch squares of waxed or parchment paper for stacking the tortillas. On a lightly floured board, roll each ball into a 10-inch circle and transfer to a paper square. Stack on a baking sheet or platter and refrigerate until cooking time. Uncooked tortillas can be kept in the refrigerator, well wrapped with paper squares between the layers, up to 2 days.
  • To cook, heat a dry griddle or 12-inch skillet over medium heat. Carefully peel off the paper and cook the tortillas, one at a time, until puffy and slightly brown, 30 to 45 seconds per side. Set aside to cool slightly on a towel-lined platter.
  • In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil, garlic and onions and cook until translucent. Add the cumin and pepper flakes and cook for another minute. Add the beans, 1/4 cup water and season with salt and pepper. Stir together and cook over low heat for 15 minutes to infuse the flavors.
  • To finish, blend about 1/3 of the beans with a touch of water to make a thick paste. Stir this paste back into the whole beans. Just before serving, stir in the cilantro.
  • Combine the tomatillos, avocados, scallions, jalapeno, cilantro, olive oil and lime juice and mix well. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Combine the sour cream, lime zest and juice and season with salt and pepper. Refrigerate until ready to use.

SHRIMP AND AVOCADO SALSA



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For a salsa with lots of texture, color and mouthwatering taste, look no further! A medley of chopped shrimp, avocado, tomato, cucumber, onion and cilantro are tossed in lime juice and perked up with a blend of mild spices.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 8 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pound peeled and deveined cooked medium shrimp, chopped
5 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped
2 medium ripe avocados, peeled and chopped
1 medium cucumber, peeled and chopped
1 cup minced fresh cilantro
1/3 cup chopped sweet onion
1/3 cup orange juice
1/4 cup key lime juice
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
Tostones or tortilla chips

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first 13 ingredients. Serve immediately with tostones.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 42 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 154mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

COMPANY'S IN THE DRIVEWAY SHRIMP AND AVOCADO SALSA



Company's in the Driveway Shrimp and Avocado Salsa image

This is a delicious concoction that seems like it took a lot of time but you can whip up in about 10 minutes under pressure. You start with jarred salsa (whatever heat you like) and freshen it up with jalapeno, avocado, onion and shrimp. A shot of lime brightens the flavor and you're ready to hit the patio for a visit with your company. Also great to take to a cookout. Try it with the Chili-Lime Tortilla Chips.

Provided by Ma Field

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 5 Cups, 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

16 ounces salsa
1 onion, diced
1 avocado, peeled seeded and diced
4 ounces baby shrimp, thawed and peeled
2 tablespoons lime juice
tortilla chips (optional)

Steps:

  • Place shrimp in strainer and run under cold water until thawed, about 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, dice onion and avocado.
  • In medium bowl place salsa, onion, avocado and shrimp.
  • Squeeze lime juice over all.
  • Stir gently to combine.
  • Serve immediately with tortilla chips, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 63, Fat 3.2, SaturatedFat 0.5, Cholesterol 23.9, Sodium 381.4, Carbohydrate 6, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 2, Protein 3.8

SALTGRASS STEAKHOUSE BOILED SHRIMP AND AVOCADO SALSA



Saltgrass Steakhouse Boiled Shrimp and Avocado Salsa image

This boiled shrimp and avocado salsa inspired from the Saltgrass Steakhouse is an easy recipe to prepare that is perfect for a light appetizer.

Provided by pickman

Categories     Low Protein

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups chopped tomatoes
2/3 cup red onion, chopped fine
1/2 cup yellow sweet onion, chopped fine
2/3 cup Heinz Chili Sauce
2/3 cup fresh cilantro, loosely chopped
2 tablespoons lime juice, freshly squeezed
2 teaspoons jalapeno peppers, finely diced
1 teaspoon salt
1 avocado, diced
1/4 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined

Steps:

  • Boil shrimp in water just until shrimp turns pink. Remove from boiling water and allow shrimp to cool. Chop half of the shrimp into small pieces. In a medium sized bowl combine tomatoes, red onions, yellow onions, chili sauce, cilantro, lime juice, jalapeno pepper, avocado and salt. Stir to combine. Add half of the shrimp to the vegetable mixture. If desired you can place the remaining shrimp on top for decoration or you can simply stir all of the shrimp into the salsa. Serve with chips.
  • Heinz chili sauce is sold in most grocery stores. It is sold near the cocktail sauce. Personally I like to add extra cooked shrimp and avocado to this salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 193.6, Fat 8.1, SaturatedFat 1.2, Cholesterol 35.7, Sodium 1364.5, Carbohydrate 24, Fiber 8.6, Sugar 10.8, Protein 7.8

Tips:

  • Use fresh, ripe avocados for the best flavor and texture.
  • Choose shrimp that is firm and opaque, with no off-odors.
  • To save time, buy pre-cooked shrimp.
  • If you're using frozen shrimp, thaw them completely before using.
  • Be careful not to overcook the shrimp, as they will become tough and rubbery.
  • Serve the salsa immediately or chill it for later use.
  • Garnish the salsa with cilantro, lime wedges, or chopped red onion for extra flavor.

Conclusion:

Shrimp and avocado salsa is a delicious and refreshing dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like it spicy or mild, chunky or smooth, this salsa is sure to please everyone. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy appetizer or snack, give this shrimp and avocado salsa a try.

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