Fresh and Easy Shrimp Ceviche

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Shrimp ceviche is a low-calorie dish bursting with flavor. It’s super light and delicious too. Ceviche is a beloved staple food in South America.

Growing up, ceviche was a family favorite. My mom made this often since we all enjoyed it so much. Typically, we would spoon the ceviche over rice, but now as an adult I enjoy it just the way it is without a side dish.

Ceviche is simple and also versatile because it can be made with any seafood. However, shrimp is my favorite. 

This fresh and easy ceviche can be enjoyed as an appetizer or a main meal. However, I think it’s hearty enough to be eaten as a main entrée. 

Ceviche originated in in South America and can be traced back to Peru and Ecuador. Different Latin American countries have given ceviche its own touch by tweaking the ingredients or adding their own garnishes. 

Using ketchup is also unique, and this is the way we had it most often growing up.

Is eating shrimp healthy?

Shrimp is high in several vitamins and minerals, and is a rich source of protein. Also, it’s low in calories and contains zero carbs. Most of the calories in shrimp are from protein, with some being from fat. 

Why you’ll love this recipe

• Fresh and light for warm days
• Great way to use fresh shrimp
• Great as an appetizer or main meal

Ingredients

What you’ll need to make this recipe.

• Fresh shrimp
• Roma tomato
• Yellow onion
• Cilantro
• Limes
• Salt
• Water
• Ketchup

How to make this recipe

1 – Start by cooking the shrimp according its package, then chop into large chunks and add to a large bowl.

2 – Add the diced onion, diced tomato, and chopped cilantro.

3 – Add the lime juice, water, salt, and ketchup and mix together until everything is blended together well.

How do I store homemade ceviche?

Ceviche can be kept in the fridge for 2-3 days stored in an airtight container. It does not freeze very well because acids and proteins do not hold or freeze well together.

Calories per serving (2 cups): 247

Yield: 2 Servings

Fresh and Easy Shrimp Ceviche

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Shrimp ceviche is a low-calorie dish bursting with flavor. It's super light and delicious too. Ceviche is a beloved staple food in South America.

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 5 minutes

Total Time 15 minutes

Ingredients

• 12 oz large shrimp, cooked and chopped
• 1 whole Roma tomato, diced
• 1/2 cup yellow onion, diced
• 3 tbsp cilantro, chopped
• 3 limes, juiced
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/4 cup water
• 1 tbsp ketchup

Instructions

1. Cook shrimp according to package. If buying cooked and frozen, defrost. Make sure shrimp is deveined, then chop into large chunks.
2. Add shrimp, onion, tomato, and cilantro to large bowl.
3. Add lime juice, water, salt, and ketchup. 
4. Stir until well blended. Enjoy immediately. 

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Nutrition Information:

Yield:

2
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 247Total Fat: 3gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 360mgSodium: 2348mgCarbohydrates: 15gFiber: 2gSugar: 5gProtein: 39g

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