Spicy Tuna Ceviche
A zesty seafood dish where the citrus 'imbibes' the flavors into tender tuna for a burst of freshness. This Mexican-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 10 minutes, pairs tuna, lime juice, red onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 260 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. 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, diced tuna
- 4 tbsp lime juice
- 1 small, finely chopped red onion
- 1 small, minced jalapeño
- 1 tbsp, chopped cilantro
- 1 medium, diced avocado
- 1 tbsp lime zest
- 1 tbsp olive oil
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a bowl, combine 1 lb diced tuna, 4 tbsp lime juice, 1/2 cup finely chopped red onion, 1 tsp minced jalapeño, and 1 tbsp lime zest. Let marinate for 10-15 minutes until the tuna is opaque and the flavors are absorbed.
- Step 2: Toss with 1/2 cup diced avocado and 1 tbsp olive oil. Garnish with 1 tbsp chopped cilantro and additional lime zest before serving.
