Fresh Seafood Salsa Recipe

Name: Fresh Seafood Salsa
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 lb shrimp, peeled, deveined, and chopped into bite-sized pieces (salad shrimp work great for this); 1/2 lb bay scallops or 1/2 lb sea scallops, chopped into bite-sized pieces; 2 stalks celery, chopped; 1/2 red onion, chopped; 1 red bell pepper, chopped; 1/2 cup lime juice (fresh is best!); 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped; 1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 1 -2 garlic clove, chopped; fresh ground pepper; 1 tablespoon seasoning salt (I like Morton's Nature's Seasoning)

Servings: persons

1/2 lb shrimp, peeled, deveined, and chopped into bite-sized pieces (salad shrimp work great for this)
1/2 lb bay scallops or 1/2 lb sea scallops, chopped into bite-sized pieces
2 stalks celery, chopped
1/2 red onion, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1/2 cup lime juice (fresh is best!)
1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 -2 garlic clove, chopped
fresh ground pepper
1 tablespoon seasoning salt (I like Morton's Nature's Seasoning)

1
Chop all fresh ingredients and place in a large bowl.
2
Add the chopped seafood.
3
Slowly add lime juice until everything is just covered. You may need more than is recommended in the ingredients list.
4
Add seasoning salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
5
Feel free to add tomatoes, corn, or anything else you might like. It is also okay to use all shrimp or all scallops or to substitute in just about any other shellfish or white fish that you like.
6
Refrigerate at least 3 hours.
7
You can drain off a little of the lime juice if you like, but I don't find this necessary.
8
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
9
Serve with tortilla chips or as a garnish to a fish dish. I'm sure you can find many uses for this delicious salsa!

130

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 lb shrimp, peeled, deveined, and chopped into bite-sized pieces (salad shrimp work great for this), 1/2 lb bay scallops or 1/2 lb sea scallops, chopped into bite-sized pieces, 2 stalks celery, chopped, 1/2 red onion, chopped, and more.

Yes, Fresh Seafood Salsa falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Fresh Seafood Salsa

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Variations & substitutions

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