Shrimp Shooters

This chilled shrimp gazpacho is perfect for hot summer days.  I was inspired to make this after I bought something similar from Whole Foods market.  Plus, my sister had given me these great tasting party glasses for Christmas, and I was dying to use them.  These made a splendid vessel for this spicy, refreshing and amazing first course to any meal.  

Ingredients:

1 32 oz bottle spicy bloody Mary mix (my fav is Mr. and Mrs. T’s)

1/2 cup precooked salad shrimp

¼ cup diced English cucumber

¼ cup finely diced red onion

¼ cup finely diced celery (save the leafy tops for garnish)

1 clove finely minced garlic clove

1 TBSP fresh lemon or lime juice

1 TBSP fresh cilantro chopped

Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

Directions:

1.   Combine all ingredients, except shrimp, and chill for at least 2 hours.

2.  When ready to serve, stir in shrimp.

3.  Carefully spoon into shooter glasses.

4.  Insert leafy celery tops.

5.   Serve and enjoy.