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Keto Avocado Shrimp Ceviche - Bright, Fresh, and Low-Carb

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • Shrimp: 1 pound small raw shrimp, peeled, deveined, and chopped into bite-size pieces (or use pre-cooked shrimp for convenience).
  • Fresh lime juice: 1 cup, enough to fully cover the shrimp for curing.
  • Red onion: 1/2 medium, finely diced.
  • Tomato: 1 medium, seeded and diced (Roma or cherry tomatoes work well).
  • Cucumber: 1/2 large, peeled (optional) and diced.
  • Jalapeño: 1 small, seeded and minced (leave some seeds for extra heat if you like).
  • Avocado: 1 large, diced.
  • Cilantro: 1/3 cup, chopped.
  • Olive oil: 1–2 tablespoons for richness.
  • Salt and pepper: To taste.
  • Optional add-ins: 1 clove garlic (minced), a splash of orange juice (1–2 teaspoons for balance), or a pinch of cumin.
  • For serving: Lime wedges, lettuce cups, sliced radishes, cucumber rounds, or keto tortilla chips.

Method
 

  1. Prep the shrimp: If using raw shrimp, chop into small pieces. Pat dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
  2. Cure in lime juice: Place shrimp in a glass or stainless-steel bowl. Pour in enough fresh lime juice to completely submerge. Cover and refrigerate for 20–30 minutes, stirring once. The shrimp should turn opaque and firm.
  3. Drain lightly: Once opaque, drain off most of the lime juice, leaving a few tablespoons to keep things zesty.
  4. Add veggies and herbs: Stir in red onion, tomato, cucumber, jalapeño, and cilantro. Mix gently to combine.
  5. Season and enrich: Add olive oil, salt, and pepper. Taste and adjust acidity, salt, or heat. Add optional garlic, a splash of orange juice, or cumin if desired.
  6. Fold in avocado: Gently stir in diced avocado last so it stays intact and creamy.
  7. Chill briefly: Refrigerate for 10–15 minutes to let flavors meld. Stir again and taste before serving.
  8. Serve: Spoon into bowls or lettuce cups. Garnish with extra cilantro, jalapeño slices, and lime wedges. Pair with cucumber rounds or keto chips.