Serves 6
INGREDIENTS
15 medium yellow tomatoes, cut into little pieces, making sure to retain liquid as well
2 medium cucumbers, peeled, deseeded and chopped fine
1 red bell pepper, chopped fine
1 medium red onion, chopped fine
2 cloves garlic, chopped fine
¼ cup white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon lemon zest
2 tablespoons cilantro chopped fine
¼ cup olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cracked pepper
15 pieces of shrimp, tail on and cleaned
¼ cup cilantro pesto (see our recipe section)
Avocado, garnish
PREPARATION
Mix all ingredients (except shrimp, cilantro pesto and avocado) in a large mixing bowl. Take 1 cup of mixture and blend in the food processor or blender pulsing until semi smooth. Pour liquid back into mixing bowl and stir well. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Alternatively grind up with a mortal and pestle until desired consistency. Chill before serving.
Grill shrimp brushing with pesto. Serve in martini glasses with 2 grilled shrimp and avocado.