Mexican Seafood Cocktail

Dive into the vibrant flavors of Mexico with this refreshing Mexican Seafood Cocktail, a delightful mix of tender shrimp, succulent lump crab meat, and crisp vegetables like cucumber and Roma tomatoes. Infused with a tangy sauce made from Clamato juice, zesty lime, and a touch of hot sauce for just the right kick, this no-cook, 20-minute recipe is an absolute showstopper. Creamy diced avocado and fresh cilantro bring balance, while optional tortilla chips or saltine crackers add a satisfying crunch to each bite. Perfect as a light appetizer or a standalone meal, this seafood cocktail is ideal for summer gatherings or any time you're craving fresh, vibrant flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Large shrimp, peeled, deveined, and cooked
• 8 ounces Lump crab meat
• 4 unit Roma tomatoes, diced
• 0.5 cup Red onion, finely chopped
• 1 unit Cucumber, peeled, seeded, and diced
• 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 unit Avocado, diced
• 1 cup Clamato juice
• 0.5 cup Ketchup
• 0.25 cup Lime juice, freshly squeezed
• 1 tablespoon Hot sauce (like Valentina or Tabasco)
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0 Tortilla chips or saltine crackers (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked shrimp and lump crab meat.

Step 2

Add the diced tomatoes, chopped red onion, diced cucumber, and chopped cilantro to the bowl. Gently combine to mix the ingredients.

Step 3

In a separate medium-sized bowl, whisk together the Clamato juice, ketchup, lime juice, hot sauce, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

Step 4

Pour the sauce mixture over the shrimp-and-crab mixture in the large bowl. Gently stir to evenly coat the seafood and vegetables.

Step 5

Carefully fold in the diced avocado, being cautious not to mash it too much.

Step 6

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

Serve the Mexican Seafood Cocktail in chilled glasses or bowls, garnished with additional cilantro if desired.

Step 8

Pair with tortilla chips or saltine crackers for a crunchy complement to this refreshing dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2022 grams (2022.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1352

Total Fat 38.80g	50%
Saturated Fat 5.90g	30%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 1006mg	335%
Sodium 5059mg	220%
Total Carbohydrate 114.40g	42%
Dietary Fiber 23.10g	83%
Total Sugars 50.80g
Protein 163.00g	326%

Vitamin D 811IU	4056%
Calcium 539mg	41%
Iron 10mg	56%
Potassium 4716mg	100%

*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: 23.9%

Protein: 44.7%

Carbs: 31.4%