Ceviche de Camarón

Ceviche de Camarón is a refreshing and zesty shrimp dish that combines the bright flavors of citrus and fresh herbs, making it a perfect healthy appetizer. This dish is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients, ideal for a light and satisfying start to any meal.

Ingredients

• Fresh shrimp - 300 grams
• Lime juice - 100 ml
• Red onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Tomato - 1 medium, diced
• Cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Jalapeño - 1 small, finely chopped (optional)
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Avocado - 1 small, diced
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Begin by peeling and deveining the shrimp, then chop them into small pieces.
2. In a bowl, combine the shrimp with lime juice, covering all the shrimp well. Let it marinate in the refrigerator for 15 minutes until the shrimp turn opaque.
3. While the shrimp is marinating, prepare the vegetables: finely chop the red onion, dice the tomato, and chop the cilantro and jalapeño (if using).
4. Once the shrimp is ready, drain any excess lime juice and mix in the red onion, tomato, cilantro, jalapeño, salt, and black pepper.
5. Gently fold in the diced avocado and drizzle with olive oil before serving.
6. Serve chilled, garnished with additional cilantro if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 450 mg
• Cholesterol: 150 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8.5 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle health.
• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, promoting heart health.

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