Description
This Refreshing Shrimp Ceviche is a vibrant and zesty low-calorie snack perfect for warm days or light meals. Combining fresh cooked shrimp with tangy lime juice and crisp vegetables, this dish offers a refreshing burst of flavors. It’s easy to prepare, requires no cooking beyond the initial shrimp preparation, and makes a delightful appetizer or snack served chilled with tortilla chips or tostadas.
Ingredients
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Shrimp and Marinade
- 1 pound cooked shrimp (Use pre-cooked for convenience or raw shrimp for a traditional experience.)
- 1/2 cup fresh lime juice (Acts as the marinade.)
Vegetables and Herbs
- 2 medium Roma tomatoes (Any ripe tomato will do in a pinch.)
- 1 medium red onion (Swap with sweet onion for a milder taste.)
- 1 medium jalapeno pepper (Remove seeds for milder heat.)
- 1/4 cup cilantro (Swap in parsley if cilantro isn’t your favorite.)
- 2 stalks green onions (Chives can replace for a subtler taste.)
Seasoning
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt (Table salt can work if kosher isn’t on hand.)
Instructions
- Prepare Shrimp: Chop the cooked shrimp into bite-sized pieces and place them in a medium bowl to ensure even distribution of flavors and easy eating.
- Marinate in Lime Juice: Add fresh lime juice to the shrimp, tossing to coat evenly. Let the shrimp rest for about 10 minutes, allowing the citrus to enhance flavor and slightly firm the shrimp.
- Combine Vegetables and Herbs: Mix in diced tomatoes, finely chopped red onion, jalapenos, cilantro, and green onions into the marinated shrimp. Add kosher salt to season the mixture well.
- Chill the Ceviche: Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and the dish to become refreshingly cold.
- Serve: Serve the chilled shrimp ceviche with tortilla chips or as a fresh topping on tostadas for an enjoyable light snack or appetizer.
Notes
- Use raw shrimp and marinate longer if you want a more traditional ceviche where the lime juice ‘cooks’ the shrimp.
- Adjust jalapeno quantity or remove seeds entirely to control spiciness.
- Substitute cilantro with parsley if you dislike the flavor of cilantro.
- The dish is best served fresh the same day for optimal flavor and texture.
- Can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
