Aguachile Verde

Aguachile Verde is a refreshing Mexican dish featuring fresh shrimp marinated in a zesty blend of lime juice and vibrant green ingredients. It's a perfect balance of heat and acidity, making it a healthy and invigorating snack.

Ingredients

• Fresh shrimp - 250 grams, peeled and deveined
• Lime juice - 60 ml (about 3 limes)
• Cilantro - 30 grams, chopped
• Jalapeño - 1, seeds removed and finely chopped
• Cucumber - 1 small, thinly sliced
• Red onion - 1/4, thinly sliced
• Avocado - 1, diced
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Tortilla chips - for serving

Steps

1. In a bowl, combine the fresh shrimp and lime juice, ensuring the shrimp is fully submerged. Let it marinate for about 15 minutes or until the shrimp turns opaque.
2. While the shrimp is marinating, prepare the vegetables: slice the cucumber, red onion, and dice the avocado.
3. Add the chopped cilantro and jalapeño to the marinated shrimp and mix well.
4. Fold in the cucumber and red onion, and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
5. Serve the Aguachile Verde in bowls, topped with diced avocado and accompanied by tortilla chips.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 20 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 450 mg
• Cholesterol: 150 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from shrimp, which supports muscle health.
• Rich in healthy fats from avocado, beneficial for heart health.

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