Tasty Shrimp Spread

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 13

Classic Tasty Shrimp Spread Recipe for Your Appetizer

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

20 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

2h 20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

237

Sugar

Fat

22g

This classic shrimp spread recipe is a crowd-pleaser at any party or gathering. It's creamy, tangy and flavorful, with a hint of tomato soup and onions. You can adjust the seasoning to your liking and add a dash of hot sauce or Worcestershire sauce for an extra kick. Serve it in a fancy bowl with crackers and fresh veggies, or spread it on a bagel or a sandwich. This shrimp spread is easy to make and requires only a few ingredients that are readily available in your pantry.

Instructions

1.	In a large bowl, mix tomato soup, cream cheese and mayonnaise until smooth.
2.	Stir in chopped shrimps, onions and salt until well combined.
3.	In a small saucepan, sprinkle unflavored gelatin over water and let soften for 5 minutes.
4.	Warm the gelatin mixture over low heat, stirring constantly until dissolved.
5.	Add gelatin to the bowl of shrimp mixture and stir well.
6.	Pour the mixture into a serving dish and refrigerate for at least 2 hours until the spread is firm.

PROS

This shrimp spread is a delicious and versatile appetizer that goes well with crackers, sliced bread or fresh vegetables.

It can be prepared in advance and kept in the fridge for up to 3 days.

It’s a great way to use canned shrimp and tomato soup in a unique way.

CONS

This spread contains cream cheese and mayonnaise, which are high in fat and calories.

It also has a high sodium content due to the use of canned soup and shrimp.

People allergic to seafood should avoid this recipe.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Shrimps are a great source of protein, low in fat and calories, and contain essential vitamins and minerals such as selenium and vitamin B12.
The tomato soup used in this recipe also provides vitamin C and lycopene, which have been linked to reducing inflammation and boosting immunity.
However, this spread should be consumed in moderation due to its high fat and sodium content.

	1 can tomato soup
	2 cans shrimp , coarsely chopped
	12 ounces cream cheese , softened
	1 cup mayonnaise
	1/2 cup onion , finely chopped
	1/4 teaspoon salt
	1 1/4 teaspoons unflavored gelatin
	1/2 cup water