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Spicy Shrimp and Avocado Cocktail Cups

Spicy Shrimp and Avocado Cocktail Cups

These spicy shrimp and avocado cocktail cups combine tender cooked shrimp, creamy avocado, red onion, cilantro, lime, and a zesty tomato base. Ready in 10 minutes with no cooking required, they make a fresh and easy appetizer for parties or summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American, Mexican-Inspired
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb cooked shrimp, peeled and chopped
  • 2 avocados, diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
  • 1 to 2 limes, juiced
  • 1/2 cup tomato juice or light cocktail sauce
  • Hot sauce, to taste
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Equipment

  • large mixing bowl
  • Rubber spatula or large spoon
  • Small serving cups or glasses
  • knife and cutting board

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, mix the shrimp with the red onion, cilantro, lime juice, tomato juice or cocktail sauce, hot sauce, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Taste and adjust with more lime juice, hot sauce, salt, or black pepper as needed.
  3. Gently fold in the diced avocado right before serving so the pieces stay intact.
  4. Spoon the shrimp and avocado mixture into small cups or glasses. Chill briefly before serving.
  5. Serve chilled.

Notes

Add the avocado just before serving so the pieces stay firm and fresh.
Use fully cooked, chilled shrimp to keep this recipe no-cook. If starting with freshly cooked shrimp, cool them completely first.
Taste and adjust the lime juice, hot sauce, salt, and black pepper before serving.
Chill only briefly because extended chilling can soften the avocado.
The shrimp mixture may be prepared a few hours ahead, but fold in the avocado just before serving.
Raw shrimp may be used only after cooking and chilling completely.
The lime juice helps slow avocado browning, but adding the avocado at the last moment gives the best appearance.