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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  • Carolyn Kunkle
    January 13, 2020

    This is an aside note. I love your recipes and your perfect and articulate means of sharing these wonderful and healthy recipes with us.
    I do have a request if you are interested. I understand if you are not. My mother used to make pasties, a meat pie of Cornish descent I believe but due to being so time consuming she would only prepare on very special occasions with other ladies in the family to assist her. They were soooo good, I loved them. I tried making them but couldn’t master it. Too dry and I was probably too young. If you have a recipe for this or would be interested in making it (and I know you could make it scrumptious) I would love for you to. You really make cooking fun.

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    • Natasha
      January 13, 2020

      Hi Carolyn, I have never tried anything like that but thank you for the suggestion. If I come across anything really great, I will be sure to share it. I’m so glad you enjoy our channel and recipes. Thank you for sharing your encouraging words.

      Reply

  • Debby LaBare
    November 17, 2019

    Looks awesome! Can’t wait to make it. Happy Birthday, and yes you wear it well. You have such a beautiful family. Love watching all of you. Hope you enjoyed your birthday

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    • Natashas Kitchen
      November 18, 2019

      You’re so nice! Thank you for the birthday wishes, Debby!

      Reply

  • Kuulei
    September 29, 2019

    This salsa is my absolute favorite! My husband loves it too. I have shared the recipe with several of my friends and they make it frequently. Only change I made is to add more cucumber for texture.

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    • Natashas Kitchen
      September 30, 2019

      I’m so happy to hear that! Thank you for sharing your great review!

      Reply

  • Elita in L.A.
    September 2, 2019

    BIG hit at a Labor Day BBQ. I added some garlic powder to the shrimp prior to cooking, and gave it a nice added flavor. Definitely serve with chips and a hot sauce like Tabasco, Tapatio or Cholula, gives a nice kick! I might try chopping in some jalapeno next time. Thanks for another flavorful recipe!

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    • Natashas Kitchen
      September 3, 2019

      That’s so great! It sounds like you have a new party favorite! Thank you for sharing that awesome review, Elita!

      Reply

  • Cheryl Ciber
    August 16, 2019

    This is a terrific recipe. I make it quite often. I add diced jalapeno to the salsa. At times, as a side dish, I use this in place of a salad. If I have chicken, lamb chops, or any other dish– just perfect. Goes well with a drink or two (with chips to scoop it up). LOVE THIS SALSA!! Thank you.

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    • Natashas Kitchen
      August 16, 2019

      You’re very welcome, Cheryl! I’m glad to hear you enjoyed that.

      Reply

    • Cathy
      October 16, 2019

      How long will this salsa last? I would like to make it a day in advance if at all possible, thanks!

      Reply

      • Natashas Kitchen
        October 16, 2019

        Hi Cathy, yes! This recipe can be made a day in advance, covered and refrigerated overnight. I would suggest using avocados that are still slightly firm and not overripe if making a day ahead.

        Reply

  • stephen g long
    June 11, 2019

    I love Natasha’s Kitchen. In the recipe it calls for 1/2 english cucumber in the picture it show’s 2 pickling cucumbers. I bought the pickling type still worked out great.

    Reply

    • Natashas Kitchen
      June 11, 2019

      Hi Stephen, the recipe calls for English cucumbers but we used garden cucumbers since we had those on hand and they worked just fine. If you try it, let me know how you liked the recipe.

      Reply

  • Karen Cronk
    May 25, 2019

    Everyone LOVED this and immediately asked for the recipe! A new summer favorite!! Thank you!

    Reply

    • Natashas Kitchen
      May 25, 2019

      That’s so great! It sounds like you have a new family favorite, Karen!

      Reply

  • nitika
    March 14, 2019

    looks yummy gonna try this one thank u

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    • Natashas Kitchen
      March 15, 2019

      I hope you love that, Nitika!

      Reply

  • Linda
    February 28, 2019

    First time I made it as per the recipe. It was YUMMY! I’m making it again in about a week I will be adding a lg clove garlic pressed and a jalapeno finely chopped. I was wondering about adding a cup of corn (will have to be frozen) and/or black beans. What do you think? Really enjoy your recipes. They are always good.

    Reply

    • Natashas Kitchen
      February 28, 2019

      Hi Linda! I’m so happy you enjoyed this recipe! I think corn will be a great addition. Here is what one of our readers said “I have a family member that doesn’t like / tolerate cucumber, so I substituted fresh corn in this recipe. It was bright and tasty, and made all of us happy! What a great, light, summer treat!” We have not added beans to this If you experiment, let me know how you liked the recipe.

      Reply

  • Chris
    January 1, 2019

    Please tell me what I can use in place of the cilantro. This looks so good.

    Reply

    • Natashas Kitchen
      January 2, 2019

      Hi Chris, you can omit the cilantro or use parsley instead.

      Reply

      • Juanita
        November 27, 2019

        Hi Natasha,
        Ive made this recipe so many times its ridiculous!!
        People LOVE it.. I do two things differently. I add about 1/2 lb. Shredded crab meat and I add about a 1/2 cup of hot salsa. It is definitely a crowd pleaser and I know people will never let me stop making it thank you for an awesome recipe!

        Reply

        • Natashas Kitchen
          November 28, 2019

          That sounds amazing, Juanita! Thank you so much for sharing that with us.

          Reply

  • Alina
    December 4, 2018

    Lime juice really makes the difference. Thank you!!!

    Reply

    • Natashas Kitchen
      December 5, 2018

      You’re welcome! I’m happy you enjoyed this recipe!

      Reply

  • Deborah
    November 30, 2018

    Can the avocado shrimp salsa be made a day ahead?

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    • Natashas Kitchen
      November 30, 2018

      Yes! We enjoy fresh but it should keep well in the fridge 🙂

      Reply

  • Deb Lee
    November 2, 2018

    I have a peach, hatch chili salsa. Also Mango salsa

    Reply

    • Natashas Kitchen
      November 2, 2018

      Yum! I’d love to know what you put in them!

      Reply

  • Elaine
    August 31, 2018

    I love this!! Especially since I’m trying to steer clear of carbs like pasta, rice, etc… my question is, can you freeze this for future uses? I like to meal prep and would love to make this as part of my meal prep? Also if not, how long can it last in the fridge? Thanks again!!

    Reply

    • Natasha
      August 31, 2018

      Hi Elaine, I honestly have not tried freezing this but I think the tomatoes and cucumbers would get squishy and weird with freezing. I have refrigerated leftovers and they are good up to a couple of days but haven’t tried freezing.

      Reply

  • Paula
    August 27, 2018

    Where are the carbs coming from?

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    • Natashas Kitchen
      August 27, 2018

      Hi Paula, 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

  • wendy
    August 18, 2018

    Just made in time for my lunch. This recipe is super yum. Hubby will get tonight for a great snack..

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    • Natashas Kitchen
      August 18, 2018

      That’s so great! Enjoy!

      Reply

  • Karen Zrch
    August 16, 2018

    Looks delicious! I have almost all ingredients on hand, even just picked tomatoes & cukes! I did print recipe but also copied it so I could increase size of print – hope that is OK with you ~ vision in my mid 60’s just isn’t what it used to be ~ but my interest in creative & delicious cooking has never waned! And Yes, right on top of my bigger print copy I credited Natasha’s Kitchen, Aug/2018

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    • Natashas Kitchen
      August 16, 2018

      I hope you enjoy the recipe Karen!

      Reply

  • VICKI JESPERSEN
    August 7, 2018

    I just made this recipe yesterday and it is really good! This is a keeper for sure and will make again, and again! Thanks!

    Reply

    • Natashas Kitchen
      August 7, 2018

      That’s awesome Vicki! I’m so happy you discovered out blog! Thanks for the great review!

      Reply

  • Ronnie
    August 5, 2018

    This recipe looks delicious, any ideas how to incorporate as a dinner instead of an appetizer?
    Maybe on top of salad greens.

    Reply

    • Natashas Kitchen
      August 5, 2018

      On top of salad greens sounds good. Or maybe over toasted baguettes? I feel like there are so many possibilities I can’t think of the moment!

      Reply

      • kim
        August 8, 2018

        Maybe serve it over some grilled fish and use it in a wrap.

        Reply

      • Bryan Oliver
        July 5, 2019

        I’ve made this several times for supper just served in small flour tortillas. It makes a great cool, light supper on hot southern evenings.

        Reply

        • Natashas Kitchen
          July 5, 2019

          I’m so glad you enjoyed it, Bryan!

          Reply

  • george m.
    August 1, 2018

    This looks very good, going to make it this week!!

    Reply

    • Natashas Kitchen
      August 1, 2018

      That’s so great!

      Reply

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