Lime-Marinated Shrimp Ceviche with Cucumber
A vibrant, chilled dish where shrimp gently cooks in citrus and fresh herbs, served with crunchy cucumber for perfect balance. This latin american-inspired latin american ready in about 20 minutes pairs peeled and deveined shrimp, lime juice, finely diced red onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 250 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.
Ingredients
- 12 oz, peeled and deveined shrimp
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 1/4 cup, finely diced red onion
- 1/4 cup, chopped cilantro
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup, diced cucumber
Instructions
- Step 1: Place 12 oz peeled and deveined shrimp in a non-reactive bowl. Add 1/4 cup lime juice, 1/4 cup finely diced red onion, 1/4 cup chopped cilantro, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Gently toss to coat shrimp evenly.
- Step 2: Cover and refrigerate for 20 minutes to marinate until shrimp turns opaque.
- Step 3: After marinating, add 1/4 cup diced cucumber and fold gently. Taste and adjust salt if needed before serving chilled.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Lime-Marinated Shrimp Ceviche with Cucumber take to make?
Total time is about 20 minutes (20 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Lime-Marinated Shrimp Ceviche with Cucumber?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep peeled and deveined shrimp from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Lime-Marinated Shrimp Ceviche with Cucumber?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Lime-Marinated Shrimp Ceviche with Cucumber for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Lime-Marinated Shrimp Ceviche with Cucumber?
Latin American latin american like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Loved the refreshing taste. Made it for a dinner party and everyone asked for the recipe!
- ★★★★★
Best ceviche I've made at home! The lime and shrimp combo is unbeatable.
- ★★★★★
The lime-marinated shrimp was so fresh and the cucumber added a perfect crunch. My family loved it!
