Shrimp Ceviche with Avocado

 

If you're looking for a light and refreshing dish that's perfect for a summer day, look no further than shrimp ceviche with avocado. This dish is packed with flavor and nutrition, and it's surprisingly easy to make. Here's everything you need to know to create this delicious meal.

Prep: 30 min    Total: 1 hr 30 min    Servings: 8

Ingredient

• 1 lb raw jumbo shrimp peeled, deveined & tails off
• ¾ cup fresh lime juice (about 6 large limes)
• ¾ cup fresh lemon juice (about 4 large lemons)
• 1 pint cherry tomato medley, small dice
• 1 large avocado medium dice
• ½ cup shallots small dice
• ½ cup cilantro finely chopped
• 1 jalapeño seeded & small dice 
• Fresh chives for garnish
• Sea salt and pepper to taste (about 1/2 tsp sea salt and pepper)

Instructions

1. If using frozen shrimp, add it to a medium bowl and cover with cold tap water. Thaw, changing water often.

2. Squeeze juice from lemons and limes, add to a large bowl. DO NOT use bottled juice.

3. Drain shrimp and give it a gentle squeeze. Medium dice shrimp and add to the bowl with ½ cup lime juice and ½ cup lemon juice. Reserve the remaining juice.

4. Marinate raw shrimp in refrigerator for ½ to 1 hour or until opaque and pink. the acid in the citrus will “cook” the shrimp. Be sure to check the shrimp every 15 minutes or so. Do not overcook.

5. While shrimp is marinating, dice tomato, avocado, shallots, cilantro, jalapeño and add to another bowl. Add 1 to 2 tbsp of the remaining lime and lemon juice and gently fold. Salt and pepper to taste. Refrigerate while shrimp marinates.

6. Once shrimp are ready, using a 4” ring mold, add vegetable mixture to serving plate. Without removing ring mold, top vegetables with shrimp. Carefully remove ring mold.

7. Garnish with cilantro and fresh chives.

8. Carefully add reserved marinade to plate, encircling shrimp and avocado, if desired.

9. Serve cold with tortilla chips, or on a tostada and even in tacos.

10. Remember tortilla chips are salty. We we salt the ceviche if necessary, after the taste test with a chip.

Not only is shrimp ceviche with avocado a delicious and refreshing dish, but it's also incredibly healthy. Shrimp is a low-fat and high-protein seafood that's packed with essential nutrients like vitamin B12, iron, and selenium. Avocado, on the other hand, is a heart-healthy fruit that's rich in healthy fats, fiber, and potassium. Together, they make for a well-balanced and satisfying meal that's perfect for anyone looking to eat healthier without sacrificing taste.

 

In addition to being healthy and delicious, shrimp ceviche with avocado is also incredibly versatile. You can serve it as an appetizer, a light lunch, or even as a main course with some rice and beans on the side. And if you're feeling adventurous, you can experiment with different ingredients and spices to create your own unique version of this classic dish.

So the next time you're looking for a refreshing and healthy dish to enjoy on a hot summer day, give shrimp ceviche with avocado a try. It's sure to be a crowd-pleaser that everyone will love!

 

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