Shrimp Ceviche Lettuce “Tostadas”

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Shrimp Ceviche Lettuce “Tostadas”, plated and ready to serve

Ingredients for Shrimp Ceviche Lettuce “Tostadas”

Shrimp Ceviche Lettuce “Tostadas”

Imagine the zing of coastal Mexican ceviche served taco-style on chilled lettuce “shells.” Sweet shrimp cubes bathe in fresh lime until opaque, then mingle with creamy avocado, crunchy cucumber, and a kiss of jalapeño heat.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 3 servings
Calories: 240kcal

Ingredients

  • 10 oz raw medium shrimp peeled & diced; sub: bay scallops, diced firm white fish
  • 1/2 cup fresh lime juice about 4 limes; sub: 50/50 lime-lemon blend
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1/2 cup diced cucumber peeled; sub: jicama or zucchini dice
  • 1 medium ripe avocado diced; sub: mango, adds carbs
  • 2 tbsp red onion minced; sub: shallot, green onion
  • 1 jalapeño seeded & minced; sub: serrano for more fire, bell pepper for mild
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro chopped; sub: parsley
  • 8 leaves iceberg or butter lettuce sub: radicchio cups or sliced mini bell peppers

Instructions

  • Cure the shrimp: In a glass bowl combine diced shrimp, lime juice, and salt. Stir, cover, and refrigerate 15 minutes, stirring once, until shrimp turn opaque and slightly firm.
  • Fold in veggies: Drain off 2 Tbsp of excess lime. Add cucumber, avocado, red onion, jalapeño, and cilantro. Toss gently; taste and adjust salt or heat.
  • Assemble tostadas: Spoon heaping ¼-cup ceviche into each lettuce round. Garnish with extra cilantro and a squeeze of lime.
  • Serve immediately: Enjoy icy-cold.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 240kcal | Protein: 22g | Fat: 14g | Fiber: 5g
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About This Dish

Imagine the zing of coastal Mexican ceviche served taco-style on chilled lettuce “shells.” Sweet shrimp cubes bathe in fresh lime until opaque, then mingle with creamy avocado, crunchy cucumber, and a kiss of jalapeño heat.

Health Benefits

  • Lettuce rounds replace the fried tostada shell, keeping this dish low-carb.
  • Shrimp provides lean, complete protein with virtually no carbs.

Pairs Well With

  • Taco Jar Salad
  • Air-Fried Avocado Fries
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