Light Fresh Shrimp Ceviche (Printable)

Tender shrimp tossed with citrus juices, crisp veggies, and fresh herbs for a vibrant, refreshing dish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Seafood

01 - 1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined

→ Marinade

02 - 1/2 cup fresh lime juice (about 4–5 limes)
03 - 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
04 - 1/4 cup fresh orange juice (about 1 orange)

→ Vegetables & Fruits

05 - 1 small red onion, finely diced
06 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
07 - 1 small cucumber, peeled, seeded, and diced
08 - 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and finely chopped (optional)
09 - 1 ripe avocado, diced
10 - 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

→ Seasoning

11 - 1/2 tsp sea salt, or to taste
12 - 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
13 - 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil

→ To Serve

14 - Tortilla chips or tostadas (optional)
15 - Lime wedges

# How To Make It:

01 - Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add shrimp and cook for 1–2 minutes until pink and opaque. Drain and transfer to an ice bath. Drain again, pat dry, and cut into 1/2-inch pieces. If using pre-cooked shrimp, chop directly.
02 - Combine shrimp with lime, lemon, and orange juices in a large glass or ceramic bowl. Stir well, cover, and refrigerate for 20–30 minutes to marinate.
03 - Mix diced onion, tomatoes, cucumber, jalapeño (if using), and chopped cilantro into the marinated shrimp gently.
04 - Add sea salt, black pepper, and olive oil. Stir thoroughly to combine all flavors.
05 - Fold the diced avocado gently into the mixture just before serving. Adjust seasoning if needed.
06 - Transfer to bowls or glasses, garnish with extra cilantro and lime wedges. Optionally serve with tortilla chips or tostadas.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Bright and fresh flavors
  • Quick and easy to prepare
02 -
  • Use fresh citrus juices for the best flavor
  • Marinate shrimp long enough for proper 'cooking' in the citrus
03 -
  • Pat shrimp dry after boiling to prevent watery ceviche
  • Adjust seasoning after marinating for balanced taste
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