Basic Ceviche Recipe

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Basic Ceviche provides super light and refreshing results through easy preparation methods, even usable without fish (reducing lime juice) as versatile topper applications. This fundamental recipe teaches essential ceviche techniques while accommodating various dietary preferences and ingredient availability. The versatile nature allows creative applications beyond traditional seafood.

Basic ceviche

Super light and refreshing. I use this easy ceviche recipe without the fish (reduce the lime juice) as a topper for grilled tuna. Serves 4 as a lunch, 8 as an appetizer.

Prep Time:
20 mins
Additional Time:
4 hrs
Total Time:
4 hrs 20 mins
Servings:
8
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Ingredients

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Original recipe (1X) yields 8 servings

  • 1 pound halibut, cut into bite-sized pieces

  • ½ cup lime juice

  • 1 large tomato, seeded and diced

  • 1 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped

  • cup diced green bell pepper (Optional)

  • cup chopped green onion

  • 1 jalapeño pepper, chopped, or to taste

  • 4 cloves garlic, minced

  • salt and ground black pepper, to taste

Directions

  1. Place fish into a flat dish; cover with lime juice. Chill fish in refrigerator until tender and opaque, at least 3 hours. Drain lime juice.

  2. Mix tomato, cilantro, green bell pepper, green onion, jalapeño pepper, garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl; add fish and stir. Chill in refrigerator until flavors blend, about 1 hour.

Recipe Tip

Any firm white fish can be used in place of halibut.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

78 Calories
1g Fat
4g Carbs
13g Protein
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Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 78
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1g2%
Cholesterol 21mg7%
Sodium 37mg2%
Total Carbohydrate 4g1%
Dietary Fiber 1g3%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 13g26%
Vitamin C 16mg18%
Calcium 26mg2%
Iron 1mg5%
Potassium 404mg9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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John Davis
John Davis

Hi, I’m John Davis!
Food has always been my favorite way to connect with people, and that’s why I started blogging about it. I love sharing quick, creative recipes that prove cooking at home can be just as exciting as eating out. Whether it’s a speedy weeknight dinner or a fun snack, I enjoy keeping things simple, flavorful, and approachable for everyone. When I’m not experimenting in the kitchen, I’m usually exploring new cuisines or hunting for fresh inspiration at local markets.

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