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Vegan Shrimp Cocktail (Hearts of Palm Magic!)

Ready in under 5 minutes, this Vegan Shrimp Cocktail is a retro-inspired snack or starter that hits all the right notes: zesty, tangy, and shockingly satisfying. Hearts of palm stand in for shrimp with a tender texture and mild flavor, while a punchy homemade cocktail sauce brings it all together. It's quick, it's fun, and I could honestly eat the whole plate myself.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 4 (or 1 if you’re me and no one’s watching)
Author: Sam Turnbull

Ingredients

For the “shrimp”:

  • 1 can (14 oz / 398 mL) whole hearts of palm chilled, drained, and patted dry
  • Optional: squeeze of lemon juice + pinch of salt
  • Optional: 1–2 teaspoons kelp granules or a splash of vegan fish sauce, for an ocean-y flavor
  • Optional: pinch of sweet or smoked paprika, for color

For the cocktail sauce:

  • ¼ cup ketchup
  • 1 - 2 tablespoons prepared horseradish (I go for 2 for some heat! Check that it’s vegan)
  • 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon Franks Red Hot, Tabasco, or similar hot sauce (optional)
  • Pinch of salt
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Instructions

  • Prep the hearts of palm: Slice the hearts of palm in half lengthwise, or into quarters if they’re large.
  • Make the cocktail sauce: In a small bowl, mix together the ketchup, horseradish, lemon juice, hot sauce (if using), and a pinch of salt.
  • Assemble and serve: Arrange the sliced hearts of palm on a serving plate or in a classic cocktail glass. Serve with the cocktail sauce on the side for dipping. For bonus flavor, I like to squeeze a little lemon over the top and sprinkle with salt and a touch of paprika. Sometimes I add kelp granules if I want a sea-kissed vibe. Enjoy!

Notes

Storage: Best served fresh, but leftovers will keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. The cocktail sauce can be made up to 3 days ahead and stored in a sealed container in the fridge.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 serving (recipe makes 4 servings) | Calories: 75kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.03g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 187mg | Potassium: 957mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 111IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 14mg | Iron: 1mg

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https://itdoesnttastelikechicken.com/vegan-shrimp-cocktail/

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