This Avocado Shrimp Salsa Recipe is a cross between a pico de gallo, spicy guacamole, and shrimp ceviche. It’s our favorite salsa recipe of all time – such a treat! We have made it at least a hundred times (NO KIDDING!!).

This Avocado Shrimp Salsa recipe similar to ceviche and loaded with avocado, cucumber, tomato and shrimp

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It is like a ceviche recipe because it has plump flavorful bites of shrimp, but different since the shrimp are pre-cooked. It has avocado with the perfect amount of creaminess, crunchy cucumber, tomatoes of course and fresh lime juice which pulls it all together.

The FRESH lime juice is key so don’t skip on it. That one ingredient adds enough flavor to the entire salsa where you don’t need any extra salt. Why is this awesome?? Your veggies will stay crisp (salt tends to soften cucumbers and tomatoes). Lime juice also preserves the avocado’s color so this salsa is still just as amazing refrigerated for the next day.

I am convinced that this is the perfect shrimp salsa recipe. Watch the video recipe below to see just how easy it is!

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Avocado Shrimp Salsa Recipe Ingredients:

We love everything about this shrimp salsa recipe. It is such a treat and just the perfect combination of flavors. You can’t go wrong with these fresh summer time ingredients!

Avocado Shrimp Salsa Recipe ingredients with shrimp, avocados, cucumbers, limes, cilantro, tomatoes and onion

Can I use Raw Shrimp for Shrimp Salsa?

  • Traditional Ceviche is made with raw shrimp that marinates for some time in the lime juice and the lime juice actually ‘cooks’ it from all the acidity.
  • We cooked the raw shrimp before adding it to the recipe, but we have been known to use pre-cooked shrimp to speed up the process. With pre-cooked shrimp – rinse under cold water, pat dry with paper towels then chop.
  • You can even use the small shrimp meat and skip the chopping step altogether! P.S. Click to learn how to peel and devein shrimp.

Ceviche which is a cooked shrimp ceviche recipe in a bowl with avocado, tomatoes and cucumber

Mouth. Is. Watering!! I will never stop loving this shrimp salsa! We love serving it with this hot sauce (our Amazon affiliate link) Just drizzle it into your own bowl and refill as needed.

Serve shrimp salsa ceviche recipe with tortilla chips and hot sauce

Our Best Salsa Recipes:

These are some of our all-time favorite salsas (the ones we make again and again!)

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Enjoy your shrimp salsa feast! If this becomes your new favorite, let me know! 😉 We are completely smitten with this shrimp salsa and have made it countless times.

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Avocado Shrimp Salsa Recipe

4.91 from 126 votes
Author: Natasha of NatashasKitchen.com
This Avocado Shrimp Salsa is a party favorite! Loaded with shrimp, avocado and a surprising ingredient! Easy, excellent avocado shrimp salsa video recipe. | natashaskitchen.com
This Avocado Shrimp Salsa is a party favorite! Loaded with shrimp, avocado and a surprising ingredient! Easy, excellent avocado shrimp salsa recipe. P.S. Don't forget tortilla chips and Tabasco sauce to serve. 
Prep Time: 17 minutes
Cook Time: 3 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients 

Servings: 6 as an appetizer
  • 1 lb raw shrimp, peeled and deveined*
  • 1/4 tsp Salt and black pepper, or to taste
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • 3 medium limes, juiced
  • 2 medium/large avocados
  • 1/2 english cucumber
  • 3 medium, or 4 roma tomatoes
  • 1 small onion, finely diced
  • 1/2 cup Cilantro (1/2 bunch), chopped

Instructions

  • Season shrimp lightly with salt and pepper. Place a large skillet over medium high heat. Once the pan is hot, add 1 Tbsp olive oil. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook 3 minutes total, turning once halfway. Saute just until cooked through then remove from the pan. Transfer to cutting board, coarsely chop and place into a large mixing bowl.
  • Squeeze the juice of 3 medium limes over the shrimp, stir and set aside to marinate while you prepare remaining salsa ingredients.
  • Dice cucumber, tomato and avocado and add them to the mixing bowl with shrimp.
  • Finely dice onion and chop 1/2 bunch of fresh cilantro. Add to the mixing bowl then stir together all of the ingredients until well combined and serve. We love this served with hot sauce (such as Tabasco) and tortilla chips.

Notes

*If using any sized pre-cooked shrimp - rinse under cold water, pat dry with paper towels then chop.

Nutrition Per Serving

242kcal Calories15g Carbs18g Protein13g Fat1g Saturated Fat190mg Cholesterol722mg Sodium616mg Potassium7g Fiber4g Sugar165IU Vitamin A23.6mg Vitamin C143mg Calcium2.6mg Iron
Nutrition Facts
Avocado Shrimp Salsa Recipe
Amount per Serving
Calories
242
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
13
g
20
%
Saturated Fat
 
1
g
6
%
Cholesterol
 
190
mg
63
%
Sodium
 
722
mg
31
%
Potassium
 
616
mg
18
%
Carbohydrates
 
15
g
5
%
Fiber
 
7
g
29
%
Sugar
 
4
g
4
%
Protein
 
18
g
36
%
Vitamin A
 
165
IU
3
%
Vitamin C
 
23.6
mg
29
%
Calcium
 
143
mg
14
%
Iron
 
2.6
mg
14
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Course: Appetizer, Salad
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Keyword: Avocado Shrimp Salsa
Skill Level: Easy
Cost to Make: $$
Calories: 242
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Q: What is your all-time favorite salsa recipe or dip? Is there such a one that gives you fierce cravings like this shrimp salsa does for us?

This Avocado Shrimp Salsa is a party favorite! Loaded with shrimp, avocado and a surprising ingredient! Easy, excellent avocado shrimp salsa video recipe. | natashaskitchen.com
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  • Allison Lancaster
    June 28, 2018

    Made this tonight! Delicious! Omitted cilantro because my fiance can’t stand it, but I am definitely making it next time with it for myself lol

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    • Natashas Kitchen
      June 28, 2018

      Sounds like you might need to make two batches, one for you and one for him! 😉 Thanks for the great review, Allison!

      Reply

  • Tessa
    June 28, 2018

    Salsa???????

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    • Natashas Kitchen
      June 28, 2018

      Indeed! It’s so good!

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  • Dawn
    June 28, 2018

    Natasha! You’re my favorite go to person for recipe’s. I have made so many of your salads and they don’t last more than 10 minutes and they are gone. Ty so much for all your wonderful recipes!!! <3

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    • Natashas Kitchen
      June 28, 2018

      I’m so inspired reading your review. Thank you, Dawn!

      Reply

  • Maria
    June 27, 2018

    This is not SALSA!!! SALSA IS LITERALLY SPANISH FOR SAUCE AND THAT’S NOT WHAT I WOULD CALL THIS!! I’m getting so tired of seeing that word incorrectly used in recipes made by non-hispanics!!!!

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    • Natasha
      June 28, 2018

      Hi Maria, by the dictionary definition you are right! Based on studies and research we conduct, sometimes we name recipes for how people search for them so they can discover them. If people aren’t finding them on google or when searching our website, they are less likely to discover this fabulous,…. appetizer! 😉

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    • BootzB
      July 4, 2018

      It’s like the Italian Battle Cry… Is is Sauce or Gravy?

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    • Ava Laxton
      July 7, 2018

      Maria….I will call it a salsa if i want! I`m tired of people telling me how to speak eat think and everything in between. Get a life!

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    • chaz
      July 28, 2018

      who cares !
      nobody…….

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    • Linda
      February 28, 2019

      Maria, I believe if you read the Merriam Webster definition of “salsa” https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/salsa and this from Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Salsa_(sauce) you might learn that you are mistaken. If it bothers you so very much, maybe you would be better off just closing the page and finding something that wouldn’t upset you so!!

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    • Don
      March 1, 2019

      Get over it Maria. It’s a very tasty recipe regardless of what you call it.

      Reply

  • Angélica valerio
    June 27, 2018

    Le falta el chile jalapeño y no es ceviche porque no está crudo el camarón

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    • Natashas Kitchen
      June 27, 2018

      HI Angelina, we call it salsa and it does have some big differences from the original ceviche. I think if I called it a ceviche, I would probably also get messages about how it’s not a real ceviche. We do have a ceviche recipe on our site – I hope you check it out! We don’t do the traditional cooking the shrimp in lime juice because I am not that brave and appreciate the flavors of cooked shrimp more, but we just share the recipes the way we make them and love them. 🙂

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      • Michael
        July 1, 2018

        I agree with Angelica, some jalapeño would give this a bit of bite.

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  • mark lovegrove
    June 27, 2018

    thank you so much for your recipe
    I just wanted to know what other type of cucumber can be used if not English ones
    are Lebanese cucumbers ok
    thank you
    Mark

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    • Natashas Kitchen
      June 27, 2018

      Hi Mark, I haven’t experimented with Lebanese cucumbers but I have with garden cucumbers and they worked just fine. If you try it, let me know how you liked the recipe.

      Reply

  • Carol
    June 26, 2018

    You state 15 carbs for 1 serving. How much is considered 1 serving? Type 1 diabetics need to know this.

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    • Natashas Kitchen
      June 26, 2018

      Hi Carol, This recipe makes 6 servings. So 15 carbs would reflect 1/6th portion of this recipe.

      Reply

  • Terry
    June 26, 2018

    I made this today, I seasoned the shrimp with salt and a little garlic powder. This was delicious, but just a little too tangy for me. So, I added a few sprinkles of Splenda and the little bit of sweetness made it much better for my taste. Thanks for a great recipe! 😋

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    • Natashas Kitchen
      June 26, 2018

      I’m so happy you enjoyed that.

      Reply

  • Bev
    June 26, 2018

    awesome

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    • Natashas Kitchen
      June 26, 2018

      Thank you!

      Reply

  • marjanne
    June 24, 2018

    I just made this today followed the recipe and it came out great!! another good recipe!! Thanks

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    • Natashas Kitchen
      June 25, 2018

      You’re so nice! Thank you!

      Reply

  • Melvin
    June 24, 2018

    This was great! I normally do a little different. I will probably lite salt next time to cut down on sodium as well.

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    • Natashas Kitchen
      June 25, 2018

      I’m so glad you enjoyed it!

      Reply

  • Irene
    June 12, 2018

    why is shrimp salad so high in carbs? Not many carbs in avocado or any of the other stuff

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    • Natasha
      June 12, 2018

      Hi Irene, it is coming from mostly the avocado and some from the tomato as well. There are 12 grams of carbs in 1 avocado and 5.8 grams in 1 cup of diced tomatoes.

      Reply

    • Kathy
      June 29, 2018

      If you count the net carbs you can subtract 10 carbs for each avocado used as avocados have 12 grams of carbs & 10 of fiber so the whole avocado would be 2 grams!

      Reply

  • nj hemphill
    June 11, 2018

    just finished putting this together…OMG…delicous! (i am almost hoping the grandkids don’t like it so there will be more for me!) thank you 🙂

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    • Natashas Kitchen
      June 11, 2018

      Oh that’s the best! Thank you for the wonderful review, NJ. I’m glad you enjoyed that!

      Reply

  • Sammee
    June 9, 2018

    Just made this today…OMG AMAZING!!!!! Seriously, your recipes are devine. So simple, great ingredients, and my favorite…SO YUMMY! Thank you so much for sharing your recipes.

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    • Sammee
      June 9, 2018

      P.S. I added the green tabasco and it totally complimented the dish.

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      • Natashas Kitchen
        June 9, 2018

        mmm we sure love tabasco! Thanks for sharing this with us!

        Reply

    • Natashas Kitchen
      June 9, 2018

      Wow! Thank you Sammee! I’m so inspired reading your review. I’m so glad you enjoyed this recipe!

      Reply

  • marcy youker
    May 27, 2018

    love,love your recipes, wish I could make them all, I have to scale it down, just one person, but sometimes I make the full recipe and eat it throughout the week. Thanks you so much for sharing.

    Reply

    • Natasha
      May 27, 2018

      Your comment is so sweet, music to my ears 😊. Thank you Marcy for making our recipes and for visiting the site

      Reply

  • Barbara Hoyle
    May 12, 2018

    WOW so easy, fresh, tasty! I live in Mexico and all these ingredients are available at the weekly farmer’s market. I love to entertain and this will always be served with bacon rinds for dipping as we are a KETO community in Jalisco, Mexico!

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    • Natasha's Kitchen
      May 12, 2018

      I’m happy to hear how much you enjoy the recipe Barbara! Thanks for sharing your excellent review!

      Reply

  • Carlene
    May 10, 2018

    I nade this! It’s yummy!
    😄

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    • Natasha's Kitchen
      May 10, 2018

      I’m glad you enjoy it Carlene, thanks for sharing!

      Reply

  • Lori
    May 4, 2018

    This was so yummy. Served it with Naan- everyone thought it was the bomb!

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    • Natasha's Kitchen
      May 5, 2018

      Yay, I’m glad to hear the recipe is a hit! Thanks for sharing your fantastic review Lori!

      Reply

      • Shelia Curd
        June 19, 2018

        I have to hurry and make this. It looks so delicious I can taste it

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        • Natashas Kitchen
          June 19, 2018

          That’s so great! Enjoy!

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    • Dawn Hykan
      September 7, 2018

      Love the mxing of naan with this.

      Reply

  • Chazjay
    April 23, 2018

    For those wanting This to last longer, I suggest mixing all of the ingredients except the shrimp and avocado. Take out as much of the mix as you think you will eat & add the shrimp & avocado. The rest of the mix should last several days, if not weeks. I cut up asparagus, broccoli, corn off the cob & put some of your recipe with the vegs, & had a delicious salad

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    • Natasha's Kitchen
      April 23, 2018

      Thanks for sharing your great suggestion with other readers!

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      • Chazjay
        April 23, 2018

        Thank you for the great recipe

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        • Natasha's Kitchen
          April 24, 2018

          You’re welcome! 🙂

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  • Tasha Lynn
    April 19, 2018

    Hi! How long can this stay in the fridge wrapped after it’s cooked?

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    • Natasha
      natashaskitchen
      April 20, 2018

      Hi Tasha, we usually eat it the same day but have stored leftovers overnight for the following day. I think you could keep it up to 3 days if your avocados are not overly ripe to begin with.

      Reply

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