Spicy Tuna Ceviche
A zesty seafood dish where the citrus 'imbibes' the flavors into tender tuna for a burst of freshness. This Mexican seafood recipe, ready in about 10 minutes, pairs tuna, lime juice, and red onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner. 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 "Build a week of meals around this recipe" 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 tuna, diced
- 4 tbsp lime juice
- 1 small red onion, finely chopped
- 1 small jalapeño, minced
- 1 tbsp cilantro, chopped
- 1 medium avocado, diced
- 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.
