Spicy Shrimp and Avocado Ceviche
Zesty ceviche made with fresh shrimp, ripe avocado, and a fiery citrus marinade. This latin american-inspired seafood ready in about 15 minutes pairs (16 oz) raw, deveined shrimp shrimp, ripe avocados, diced avocado, finely chopped 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.
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
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.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Spicy Shrimp and Avocado Ceviche take to make?
Total time is about 15 minutes (15 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 Spicy Shrimp and Avocado Ceviche?
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 ripe avocados, diced avocado from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Spicy Shrimp and Avocado Ceviche?
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 Spicy Shrimp and Avocado Ceviche for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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 Spicy Shrimp and Avocado Ceviche?
Latin American seafood 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
- ★★★★★
Made with what I had on hand and it still came out great.
- ★★★★★
Used half the salt and it was still plenty flavorful.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
