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Shrimp Ceviche

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  • Author: Sue
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Chilling
  • Cuisine: Latin American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Shrimp ceviche is a light, zesty seafood dish made with cooked shrimp, fresh vegetables, and citrus juice. It's refreshing, quick to prepare, and perfect for summer appetizers or a healthy main dish.


Ingredients

  • 1 lb shrimp, cooked and chopped
  • 1/2 cup lime juice
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
  • 2 medium tomatoes, diced
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
  • 1 jalapeño or serrano pepper, finely diced (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 avocado, diced (optional)
  • Tortilla chips or tostadas for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook shrimp if not already cooked by boiling until pink and opaque; let cool and chop into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a large bowl, combine chopped shrimp with lime and lemon juice; let sit for 10–15 minutes.
  3. Add red onion, tomato, cucumber, cilantro, and pepper (if using); season with salt and pepper.
  4. Gently fold in avocado just before serving.
  5. Refrigerate ceviche for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  6. Serve chilled on its own, with tortilla chips, or over tostadas.

Notes

  • You can substitute shrimp with cooked scallops or firm white fish like tilapia.
  • Add diced mango or pineapple for a tropical twist.
  • Stir in clamato or tomato juice for a saucy version.
  • Use habanero for more heat.
  • Add black beans or corn for a heartier dish.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 520mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 9g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 130mg