Mexican Shrimp Mocktail (Easy Cóctel de Camarones)
Indulge in a delightful Mexican Shrimp Mocktail (Easy Cóctel de Camarones), a vibrant appetizer perfect for any occasion. This refreshing dish features tender shrimp, crisp vegetables, and a zesty tomato-lime sauce that will tantalize your taste buds. With just 20 minutes of preparation, this mocktail is not only quick to make but also bursting with flavor, making it an ideal addition to summer gatherings or casual family dinners. Serve it chilled in glasses or bowls for an elegant touch, and watch as your guests savor every bite. Customize the spice level and vegetable mix to suit your taste—this dish is all about personal flair!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 1 pound cooked medium shrimp (peeled and deveined, roughly chopped)
- 1 cup tomato juice
- ½ cup ketchup
- 3 tablespoons lime juice (plus wedges to serve)
- 2 tablespoons hot sauce
- ½ cup English cucumber (finely diced)
- ½ cup white onion (finely diced)
- ½ cup bell peppers (red or green, finely diced)
- 1 jalapeño (small, seeded and minced)
- ⅓ cup fresh cilantro leaves (chopped)
- ½ cup celery (adds crispness, optional)
- 1 avocado (large, diced, optional)
- Tostadas or saltine crackers
Instructions
- Toss the chopped shrimp with 1 tablespoon of lime juice and a pinch of salt. Set aside while mixing the sauce.
- In a large bowl, whisk together tomato juice, ketchup, remaining lime juice, hot sauce, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- Fold in the finely diced cucumber, onion, bell pepper, minced jalapeño, celery (if using), and chopped cilantro until all are well coated.
- Gently fold in the prepared shrimp. If too thick, add a splash of tomato juice to reach desired consistency.
- Cover the mixture and chill in the refrigerator for 15–30 minutes so flavors can meld together. Just before serving, add diced avocado if desired, and taste to adjust lime juice, salt, and heat as needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 188
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 725mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 155mg