Ceviche de Sandía

Ceviche de Sandía is a vibrant and refreshing vegan twist on the classic ceviche, featuring juicy watermelon marinated in zesty lime and mixed with traditional ceviche ingredients. It's a perfect summer dish that bursts with flavor and color, ideal for a light appetizer or a healthy snack.

Ceviche de Sandía
15 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Mexican
120 kcal

Ingredients

  • Watermelon - 200 grams, diced
  • Red onion - 50 grams, finely chopped
  • Cucumber - 50 grams, diced
  • Tomato - 100 grams, diced
  • Fresh cilantro - 10 grams, chopped
  • Lime juice - 30 ml (about 2 limes)
  • Avocado - 50 grams, diced
  • Jalapeño - 1 small, finely chopped
  • Salt - to taste
  • Black pepper - to taste

Steps

  1. In a medium bowl, combine the diced watermelon, red onion, cucumber, tomato, and jalapeño.
  2. Drizzle the lime juice over the mixture and gently toss to combine.
  3. Add the chopped cilantro, salt, and black pepper to taste, and mix well.
  4. Let the ceviche marinate in the refrigerator for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  5. Before serving, gently fold in the diced avocado, being careful not to mash it.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 120
  • Protein: 2 g
  • Carbs: 22 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Sugar: 10 g
  • Sodium: 150 mg
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg
  • Total Fat: 5 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
  • Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

  • Rich in antioxidants from watermelon, which can help reduce inflammation.
  • High in vitamins A and C, supporting immune function and skin health.

Tags

MexicanVeganSeafood Dish