Description
This Easy Shrimp Ceviche recipe is a refreshing and flavorful dish perfect for a light summer meal or appetizer. The combination of fresh shrimp marinated in lime juice with vibrant vegetables and herbs creates a zesty and satisfying dish that is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Shrimp:
1 lb cooked shrimp (peeled, deveined, and chopped)
Lime Juice Marinade:
1 cup fresh lime juice (about 6–8 limes)
Vegetables:
1/2 cup diced red onion, 1 medium tomato (diced), 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro, 1 jalapeño (seeded and finely chopped), 1 cucumber (peeled, seeded, and diced), 1 avocado (diced)
Seasoning:
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Marinate Shrimp: In a large bowl, combine the chopped shrimp and lime juice. Let sit in the refrigerator for 15–20 minutes to marinate and absorb the flavor.
- Add Vegetables: Add the red onion, tomato, cilantro, jalapeño, and cucumber. Gently toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Finish and Serve: Just before serving, fold in the diced avocado. Serve chilled with tortilla chips or on tostadas.
Notes
- You can use raw shrimp and marinate longer (about 1–2 hours) until fully opaque.
- Adjust jalapeño to your preferred spice level.
- Fresh lime juice is key—avoid bottled versions for best flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: about 1 cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 145mg