Description
This Best Ceviche Recipe is a fresh and flavorful dish perfect for any occasion. The combination of tangy lime juice, fresh fish, and vibrant vegetables creates a light and zesty appetizer or main course.
Ingredients
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For the Ceviche:
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1–1 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 3/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 1–2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 fresh serrano or jalapeño chili pepper, finely chopped
- 1 pound fresh fish, diced
- 1/4–1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 cup grape or cherry tomatoes, sliced
- 1 cup diced cucumber
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional)
For the Optional Avocado Sauce:
- 2/3 cup Avocado
- 1/3 cup cilantro
- 2/3 cup water
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon coriander
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 garlic clove
- Cracked pepper to taste
Instructions
- Slice the red onion thinly and toss with salt, pepper, and lime juice.
- Add the fish, garlic, and chilies and mix gently.
- Incorporate the tomatoes, cucumber, cilantro, and olive oil, then marinate in the fridge for 30-60 minutes.
- Adjust salt and heat to taste, adding avocado if desired.
- For the Avocado Sauce: Blend all ingredients until smooth.
Notes
- Serve ceviche with tortilla chips, lettuce cups, or as tacos.
- For crispy mini tostadas, bake seasoned mini corn tortillas in a 300°F oven until crisp.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 625mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
