Spicy Shrimp and Avocado Ceviche

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-03-27 · Updated 2026-03-27

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Zesty ceviche made with fresh shrimp, ripe avocado, and a fiery citrus marinade. This Latin American-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 15 minutes, pairs shrimp, avocado, red onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, 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. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Serves 4 Latin American cuisine 280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb (16 oz) raw, deveined shrimp shrimp
2 ripe avocados, diced avocado
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
1/3 cup chopped cilantro
3 limes, juiced (about 1/3 cup) lime

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Instructions

Step 1: In a large bowl, combine shrimp, avocado, red onion, and cilantro. Pour in lime juice and stir to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 20-30 minutes until shrimp is opaque and firm.
Step 2: While ceviche chills, prepare a spicy marinade: In a small bowl, mix 1 tbsp lime juice with 1 tsp chili powder, 1/2 tsp cumin, and 1/4 tsp salt. Pour over ceviche and stir to combine.
Step 3: Serve chilled with a squeeze of additional lime juice and garnish with diced jalapeño or avocado slices.