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ceviche food description on rustic plate with citrus
Callie Brooks

Ceviche Food Description: A Zesty Dive Into the Classic Seafood Dish

A vibrant, no-heat seafood dish where fresh fish is cured in lime juice and layered with onions, cilantro, and chili. The perfect ceviche food description in every bite.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Latin American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb fresh white fish snapper, sea bass, or halibut
  • 1 cup fresh lime juice
  • 1/2 red onion thinly sliced
  • 1 small chili pepper finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • Salt to taste
  • Optional: 1/2 diced avocado 1/4 cup diced mango, sweet potato slices

Method
 

  1. 1. Cut the fish into small, even cubes and place in a non-metal bowl.
  2. 2. Pour lime juice over the fish until completely covered.
  3. 3. Let marinate for 15–30 minutes until fish turns opaque.
  4. 4. Drain slightly if desired and add onion, chili, cilantro, and salt.
  5. 5. Gently fold in avocado or mango if using.
  6. 6. Serve immediately, chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 24gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g

Notes

Use only the freshest seafood available for safety and flavor.
Adjust marinating time depending on how firm you want the fish.
Can be served with plantain chips, tostadas, or on butter lettuce cups.

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