Cranberry Basil Shrimp
Category
Entree
Cuisine
American
Servings
2
Prep Time
20 minutes
Cook Time
5 minutes
Calories
140
Cranberry Basil Shrimp is a light, refreshing seafood appetizer that pairs tender wild-caught shrimp with a vibrant blend of tart cranberries, fresh basil, zesty lemon juice, and tangy cocktail sauce. Served chilled, this colorful dish delivers a delicious balance of sweet, savory, and herbaceous flavors, making it perfect for entertaining, holiday gatherings, or a healthy snack. Easy to prepare in under 30 minutes, it's a fresh, protein-packed recipe that's as beautiful on the table as it is flavorful.
Ingredients
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1/2 cup fresh cranberries (or frozen and thawed)
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1/2 bunch basil leaves, chopped
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gluten-free cocktail sauce (I buy mine from Whole Foods) or you can make your own.
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lemon juice
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1 tbsp olive oil (optional for more creaminess)
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1/4 tsp each black pepper and sea salt
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10-12 medium wild-caught shrimp (preferably peeled)
Directions
First, boil your shrimp. Devien and place in ice.
In a blender, combine your basil, cranberries, and cocktail sauce. Blend, then add 1-2 tsp of lemon juice and your sea salt. Blend until smooth.
Spoon into a bowl. Place shrimp and veggies around the bowl and sprinkle a little basil and black pepper around the shrimp to add more flavor. Make sure to keep your shrimp on ice to keep them cold. Shrimp are safe at room temperature for 2 hours but need ice to maintain freshness if left out longer.
I also like serving this with feta and gluten-free crackers or dehydrated veggie chips!
Nutrition
Nutrition
- Serving Size
- 1 serving (1/2 of recipe)
- per serving
- Calories
- 140
- Fat
- 7 grams
- Saturated Fat
- 1 grams
- Cholesterol
- 105 milligrams
- Sodium
- 480 milligrams
- Carbs
- 10 grams
- Fiber
- 2 grams
- Sugar
- 5 grams
- Protein
- 13 grams
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