Refreshing and tangy classic shrimp ceviche for a delicious appetizer or light meal.

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Refreshing and tangy classic shrimp ceviche for a delicious appetizer or light meal.
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
40mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on June 30, 2024

This classic shrimp ceviche recipe is a light and refreshing dish that combines fresh shrimp with lime juice, tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and avocado. It's the perfect appetizer for a summer party or a light and healthy meal for a hot day. The combination of flavors and textures in this dish is sure to satisfy your taste buds.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup fresh lime juice
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup diced red onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Tortilla chips for serving

Directions

  1. In a large bowl, combine shrimp and lime juice. Cover and refrigerate for 20 minutes.
  2. Add tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro to the shrimp mixture. Mix well.
  3. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Gently fold in diced avocado.
  5. Serve chilled with tortilla chips.

Interesting Facts

  • Ceviche is a popular seafood dish in Mexico and other Latin American countries.
  • The acid from the lime juice 'cooks' the shrimp, giving it a firm texture and a tangy flavor.