Looking to impress your guests or simply elevate your appetizer game? This Shrimp Cocktail with Mango Salsa is guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser! With its vibrant colors, fresh flavors, and impressive nutritional benefits, it is a delicious and low-calorie shrimp appetizer offering you 175% of your vitamin C for the day plus 56% of your vitamin A and 13 grams of protein for only 151 calories!
Mango Salsa
Shrimp
Follow this step-by-step guide to create this delicious appetizer.
Slice a lemon in half and squeeze it into a stainless steel pan. Add ½ tsp of sea salt and fill the pan halfway with water. Cover and bring the mixture to a boil over high heat.
Place the shrimp on your work surface; slice them in half lengthwise. I do this for two reasons: first, it gives your guest the illusion of getting more food and second, because when the shrimp poaches it twists in adorable curly-ques and adds to the presentation of the dish. When the poaching liquid comes to a boil, gently place shrimp into the pan. Allow them to poach for about 2 minutes. You will know that they are done when they begin to form curly-ques. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the shrimp to a plate, cover them with a damp paper towel, and place them in the fridge to cool for about an hour.
For the Mango Salsa: Pit the mango, chop the flesh into a small dice; add it to a bowl. To the bowl, add the bell peppers, jalapeño, sliced green onions, cilantro, and mint. Lastly, sprinkle your sea salt all over the contents of the bowl and squeeze the lime directly into the bowl, watching carefully for seeds. You should have about two tablespoons of lime juice; if you have a particularly dry lime, feel free to use a second. Toss the salsa; set it aside allowing the flavors to marry.
Transfer the cooled shrimp to your work surface. Choose 4 shrimp that have the best ‘curl’; and reserve them for garnish. Chop the rest of the shrimp into a medium dice.
Layer your martini glasses as follows:
This dish looks stunning and tastes even better. You’re ready to wow your guests.
If you have leftover Mango Salsa, then rejoice! It will keep up to a week in your refrigerator & is wonderful on any grilled fish or grilled chicken.
Whether you’re a seasoned home cook or just beginning your culinary journey, this Shrimp Cocktail with Mango Salsa recipe is sure to become a staple in your repertoire. Its bold flavors, simple preparation, and elegant presentation will leave everyone asking for seconds. Enjoy your new go-to appetizer!
• 158 Calories
• 13 grams of Protein
• 24 grams of Total Carbohydrates
• 18 grams of Sugar
• 4 grams of Fiber
• 2 grams of Total Fat
• 0 grams of Saturated Fat
• 0 grams of Trans Fat
• 86 mg of Cholesterol
• 670 mg of Sodium
• 175% RDA Vitamin C
• 56% RDA Vitamin A
• 52% RDA Vitamin K
• 32% RDA Selenium
• 28% RDA Sodium
• 21% RDA Vitamin D
• 19% RDA Vitamin B6
• 16% RDA Copper
• 15% RDA Phosphorus
• 13% RDA Niacin
• 13% RDA Iron
• 13% RDA Potassium
• 12% RDA Vitamin E
• 11% RDA Vitamin B12
• 11% RDA Magnesium
• 10% RDA Folate
• Glycemic load: 7
Brief mention: “Results vary. This is not medical advice. Always consult your physician before making significant changes to your diet or exercise regimen.”
