15-Minute Classic Cocktail Shrimp Platter That Dazzles Guests
A simple and elegant shrimp platter perfect for any gathering.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 5 mins
- Total Time: 15 mins
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 lemon, sliced
- 1/4 cup cocktail sauce
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp paprika
Instructions
- Bring a pot of water to boil.
- Add shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes until pink.
- Drain and rinse shrimp under cold water.
- Arrange shrimp on a platter with lemon slices.
- Serve with cocktail sauce and garnish with parsley.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add Old Bay seasoning to the boiling water.
- Chill shrimp before serving for a refreshing taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 lb
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 170mg