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This vibrant Spicy Shrimp & Avocado Salsa is a perfect blend of smoky, charred vegetables and fresh, creamy textures. The base features roasted bell peppers, tomatillos, and tomatoes, which provide a rich, tangy foundation with a pleasant kick of heat from jalapeños. Fresh cilantro, lime juice, and a touch of maple syrup balance the acidity and spice. Just before serving, diced cooked shrimp and ripe avocado are folded in, adding protein and a luxurious mouthfeel. It’s an ideal appetizer for parties or a refreshing side dish for summer gatherings. Serve with warm tortilla chips for the best experience.
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Spicy Shrimp & Avocado Salsa
Description
This vibrant Spicy Shrimp & Avocado Salsa is a perfect blend of smoky, charred vegetables and fresh, creamy textures. The base features roasted bell peppers, tomatillos, and tomatoes, which provide a rich, tangy foundation with a pleasant kick of heat from jalapeños. Fresh cilantro, lime juice, and a touch of maple syrup balance the acidity and spice. Just before serving, diced cooked shrimp and ripe avocado are folded in, adding protein and a luxurious mouthfeel. It's an ideal appetizer for parties or a refreshing side dish for summer gatherings. Serve with warm tortilla chips for the best experience.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat the broiler to high.
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Remove stems from bell peppers and split them in half lengthwise. Lightly oil the skin side.
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Arrange the peppers (skin-side up), tomatoes, tomatillos, garlic cloves, onion pieces, and jalapeños on an oven-proof pan or baking sheet.
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Broil for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the skins of the peppers are charred and the tomatoes and tomatillos are blistered and soft.
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Remove from the oven and allow the vegetables to cool until manageable.
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Peel the charred skin off the bell peppers. Discard skins.
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In a food processor, combine the roasted vegetables (including any juices from the pan), cilantro, tomato juice, salt, maple syrup, and lime juice.
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Pulse or blend until you achieve a coarse puree consistency.
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Transfer the mixture to a large bowl. Just before serving, fold in the diced avocado and cooked shrimp. Mix gently to combine.
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Serve immediately with warm fried tortilla chips.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 1
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 43.5kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 0.4g1%
- Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 8.0mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 9.7g4%
- Dietary Fiber 2.9g12%
- Sugars 5.8g
- Protein 1.7g4%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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