Description
This vibrant Mexican Shrimp Ceviche is a refreshing and zesty appetizer made with cooked shrimp marinated in a citrus blend of lime, lemon, and orange juices. Combined with fresh vegetables like red onion, jalapeño, cucumber, tomatoes, and cilantro, and finished with creamy avocado, this dish offers a perfect balance of tangy, spicy, and mellow flavors. Ideal for a light, healthy snack or party starter, it requires no cooking and comes together in just 25 minutes.
Ingredients
Shrimp and Vegetables
- 2 pounds cooked shrimp, peeled, deveined, tails removed
- 1/2 cup red onion, diced
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
- 1 seedless cucumber, diced
- 2 tomatoes, seeded and diced
- 1/2 cup cilantro, chopped finely
Citrus Marinade
- 1/2 cup lime juice
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1/3 cup orange juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Finishing Ingredient
- 1 large avocado, peeled, seeded and chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the Shrimp: Chop the cooked shrimp into approximately 1/2 inch pieces to ensure bite-sized portions that absorb the marinade well.
- Combine Vegetables and Shrimp: In a large bowl, add the chopped shrimp, diced red onion, minced jalapeño, diced cucumber, seeded and diced tomatoes, and finely chopped cilantro. Mix gently to blend the ingredients.
- Make and Add Citrus Marinade: In a separate small bowl, whisk together lime juice, lemon juice, and orange juice to create the tangy marinade. Pour this over the shrimp and vegetable mixture. Season with salt and pepper to taste, gently tossing to evenly coat everything.
- Marinate in the Refrigerator: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the mixture for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the shrimp to soak up the citrus juices.
- Add Avocado and Serve: Remove the ceviche from the refrigerator, fold in the chopped avocado carefully to avoid mashing, and serve chilled as a refreshing appetizer or side dish.
Notes
- Ensure shrimp is pre-cooked before using, as this recipe does not include cooking raw shrimp.
- Adjust the jalapeño quantity according to your preferred spice level.
- For best flavor, use freshly squeezed citrus juices.
- Serve ceviche cold and consume within 24 hours for optimal freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mexican
