Ceviche de Cangrejo
Ceviche de Cangrejo is a refreshing Mexican dish that highlights the sweetness of crab meat marinated in citrus juices, combined with vibrant vegetables. This protein-packed seafood delicacy is perfect for a light meal or appetizer, bursting with flavor and nutrition.

20 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Mexican
180 kcal
Ingredients
- Fresh crab meat - 200 grams
- Lime juice - 60 ml
- Lemon juice - 30 ml
- Red onion - 50 grams, finely chopped
- Tomato - 1 medium, diced
- Cucumber - 1/2 medium, diced
- Fresh cilantro - 15 grams, chopped
- Jalapeño - 1 small, finely chopped
- Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
- Salt - to taste
- Black pepper - to taste
Steps
- In a medium bowl, combine the fresh crab meat, lime juice, and lemon juice. Mix gently to coat the crab without breaking it apart.
- Add the finely chopped red onion, diced tomato, diced cucumber, chopped cilantro, and finely chopped jalapeño to the bowl.
- Drizzle the olive oil over the mixture and season with salt and black pepper to taste. Stir gently to combine all the ingredients.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled, garnished with additional cilantro or lime wedges if desired.
Nutrition
- Calories: 180
- Protein: 25 g
- Carbs: 10 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Cholesterol: 100 mg
- Total Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Water: 0.5 L
Health Benefits
- High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
- Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, promoting heart health.
Tags
MexicanHigh ProteinSeafood Dish