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Cold Marinated Shrimp and Avocados

Southern Living

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Prep: 20 min., Chill: 1 hr. If making this ahead, get all the ingredients (except the avocados) ready to combine; place in individual zip-top plastic bags, and store in the refrigerator. Once you arrive at your destination, peel and chop the avocados; gently stir together up to 2 hours before serving, and chill.

Yield: Makes 8 appetizer servings

Ingredients

  • 1  pound  large cooked, peeled shrimp
  • 2  medium avocados, chopped
  • 1  cup  fresh corn kernels
  • 1/4  cup  chopped fresh cilantro
  • 2  tablespoons  chopped red onion
  • Lime Vinaigrette
  • Garnishes: fresh cilantro leaves, red onion slices

Preparation

1. Combine first 5 ingredients. Gently stir in Lime Vinaigrette to coat. Cover and chill at least 1 hour. Garnish, if desired.

Rebecca Rather, Rebecca Rather, Southern Living, JUNE 2006