Junior League Shrimp Salsa

Brighten up your appetizers and gatherings with Junior League Shrimp Salsa, a refreshing twist on traditional salsa that's bursting with flavor and perfect for seafood lovers. This quick and easy 15-minute recipe combines succulent chopped shrimp, juicy Roma tomatoes, and the zesty kick of jalapeño, balanced by fresh cilantro and a tangy lime juice drizzle. Enhanced with red onion for crunch and a touch of olive oil for smoothness, this no-cook recipe is the ultimate go-to for effortless entertaining. Serve it chilled with crispy tortilla chips for an elegant dip or use it to elevate tacos, burritos, and grilled seafood dishes. Perfect for summer parties, tailgates, or as a light appetizer, this vibrant salsa is as versatile as it is delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups Cooked shrimp, chopped
• 3 Roma tomatoes, diced
• 0.5 Red onion, finely chopped
• 1 Jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped
• 0.25 cup Cilantro, chopped
• 3 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped cooked shrimp, diced Roma tomatoes, and finely chopped red onion.

Step 2

Add the seeded and finely chopped jalapeño to the bowl for a bit of heat. Adjust the amount of jalapeño depending on your spice tolerance.

Step 3

Stir in the chopped cilantro for freshness.

Step 4

Drizzle the mixture with fresh lime juice and olive oil. This will add a tangy and smooth element to the salsa.

Step 5

Season with salt and ground black pepper, adjusting to taste.

Step 6

Gently toss all the ingredients together until evenly combined.

Step 7

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the salsa chill in the refrigerator for 20-30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 8

Serve chilled with tortilla chips or use as a topping for tacos, burritos, or grilled fish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	960.9 grams (960.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	695

Total Fat 20.40g	26%
Saturated Fat 3.90g	20%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 922mg	307%
Sodium 2434mg	106%
Total Carbohydrate 24.80g	9%
Dietary Fiber 6.90g	25%
Total Sugars 11.90g
Protein 118.10g	236%

Vitamin D 844IU	4222%
Calcium 262mg	20%
Iron 6mg	31%
Potassium 2218mg	47%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 24.3%

Protein: 62.6%

Carbs: 13.1%