Description
Dive into the ultimate summer delight with this Shrimp Cocktail Pool Snack! Succulent shrimp are perfectly cooked and served chilled alongside a zesty cocktail sauce, making it an exquisite appetizer for pool parties or barbecues. With its vibrant presentation and refreshing flavors, this dish will impress your guests while allowing you to enjoy more time in the sun.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh large shrimp, deveined and peeled
- 1 cup cocktail sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 lemon wedges
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley or dill, chopped
Instructions
- Rinse shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- In a pot, bring water to a rolling boil. Add shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes until pink and opaque.
- Transfer shrimp to an ice bath immediately to stop cooking.
- Arrange chilled shrimp on a platter and place cocktail sauce in the center.
- Garnish with chopped herbs and lemon wedges for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz (113g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 165mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, season the boiling water with salt and lemon juice. Try variations like avocado salsa or mango chutney as dipping sauces for a unique twist.