Spicy Shrimp Ceviche
Spicy Shrimp Ceviche is a vibrant, mouthwatering dish that combines tender shrimp marinated in zesty lime juice with colorful vegetables and a kick of jalapeño. This refreshing ceviche is perfect for warm days, served as an appetizer or a light meal. Easy to prepare and bursting with flavor, it’s sure to impress at any gathering.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Marinating
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lime juice (about 4 limes)
- 1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 jalapeño, finely diced (remove seeds for less heat)
- 1 medium tomato, diced
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Clean the shrimp and chop them into bite-sized pieces.
- In a bowl, combine shrimp and lime juice; let marinate in the fridge for 30 minutes until opaque.
- While marinating, finely chop the red onion, cilantro, jalapeño, and tomato.
- Drain excess lime juice if desired. Mix in chopped vegetables and salt to taste gently.
- Chill for another 10-15 minutes before serving.
- Serve with tortilla chips or on lettuce leaves.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 150mg