20-Min Lime Shrimp Ceviche with Avocado
Raw shrimp cured in fresh lime juice with red onion and avocado — a bright, tangy Mexican classic that feels fancy but takes minutes. Serve chilled with tortilla chips or tostadas.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 285
- Protein
- 32g
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Ingredients
- 1 lb Raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 whole Fresh limes, juiced
- ½ whole Red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 whole Jalapeño, minced
- 1 whole Ripe avocado, sliced
- ¼ cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- 1
Cut raw shrimp into 1-inch pieces and place in a glass bowl.
- 2
Pour lime juice over shrimp, stir well, and refrigerate uncovered for 15 minutes until shrimp turns opaque.
- 3
Remove from fridge and stir in sliced red onion, minced jalapeño, and a pinch of salt.
- 4
Gently fold in avocado slices and cilantro just before serving.
- 5
Serve immediately in chilled bowls with tortilla chips or tostadas on the side.
Tools you’ll need
- glass bowl (medium)
- cutting board
- sharp knife
- citrus juicer
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