Mexican Ceviche Tacos

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
38%
Mexican Ceviche Tacos
45 min.
4
467kcal

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Get ready to indulge in a fresh and vibrant meal with these Mexican Ceviche Tacos! This dish is the perfect combination of zesty, savory, and light, making it a fantastic choice for a quick lunch or dinner. With sushi-grade fish marinated in tangy lime and lemon juice, each bite is bursting with flavor. The added crunch of fresh lettuce and the smooth creaminess of avocado bring a delightful contrast to the zesty ceviche mix, while the pickled jalapeños provide a mild heat that balances out the richness of the fish.

Whether you’re a fan of seafood or looking to try something new, these tacos are sure to hit the spot. The best part? This recipe is both gluten-free and dairy-free, making it a great option for those with dietary restrictions without compromising on taste. Plus, with the salsa topping, every bite becomes a fiesta for your taste buds!

Perfect for a casual dinner with friends or a fun weekend meal, these ceviche tacos are quick and easy to prepare, taking just 45 minutes to serve up a dish that’s both delicious and satisfying. Enjoy a healthy, flavorful meal that's sure to impress every time!

Ingredients

  • large avocado diced pitted peeled
  • servings pepper black freshly ground
  • 1.3 pounds fish fillet fresh cut into 1/2-inch cubes (sushi-grade) (such as tuna, hamachi, barramundi, or mahi-mahi)
  • tablespoons cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  • tablespoons jalapeno sliced
  • tablespoons juice of lemon fresh
  • tablespoons juice of lime fresh
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  • 0.8 cup onion red chopped
  • cups the of 1 cos lettuce very thinly sliced
  • servings salsa 
  • servings sea salt fine
  • teaspoons sugar 
  • 12  taco shells crisp
  • cup tomatoes seeded chopped

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. Place fish in medium glass dish or bowl; sprinkle with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  2. Add lime juice, lemon juice, and sugar and toss. Cover and chill until fish turns white and no longer looks raw, tossing occasionally, at least 4 hours and up to 6 hours.
  3. Strain fish, discarding marinade.
  4. Placeceviche in large bowl; add tomatoes, redonion, pickled jalapeños, 1 tablespoon liquid from jar, and olive oil and toss to blend. DO AHEAD: Can be made 2 hours ahead. Cover and chill.
  5. Add lettuce, avocado, and cilantro to ceviche mixture and toss. Fill taco shells with ceviche mixture. Top each taco with large spoonful of salsa and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories467kcal
Protein27.78%
Fat40.09%
Carbs32.13%

Properties

Glycemic Index
84.77
Glycemic Load
16.77
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
30.841739447221%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.17mg
Epicatechin
0.19mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.08mg
Eriodictyol
0.61mg
Hesperetin
2.09mg
Naringenin
0.4mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.13mg
Isorhamnetin
1.5mg
Kaempferol
0.24mg
Myricetin
0.06mg
Quercetin
7.71mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:467.41kcal
23.37%
Fat:21.48g
33.05%
Saturated Fat:4.99g
31.21%
Carbohydrates:38.73g
12.91%
Net Carbohydrates:30.37g
11.04%
Sugar:7.45g
8.28%
Cholesterol:70.87mg
23.62%
Sodium:604.23mg
26.27%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:33.49g
66.97%
Selenium:61.83µg
88.32%
Vitamin A:3721.97IU
74.44%
Vitamin K:60.83µg
57.93%
Folate:164.92µg
41.23%
Vitamin B3:7.93mg
39.64%
Phosphorus:393.86mg
39.39%
Vitamin B12:2.24µg
37.33%
Vitamin C:29.62mg
35.9%
Fiber:8.36g
33.45%
Potassium:1099.15mg
31.4%
Vitamin B6:0.62mg
31%
Vitamin D:4.39µg
29.29%
Manganese:0.53mg
26.29%
Magnesium:102.29mg
25.57%
Vitamin E:3.32mg
22.11%
Vitamin B5:1.62mg
16.23%
Copper:0.32mg
16.19%
Vitamin B1:0.24mg
16.11%
Vitamin B2:0.24mg
14.21%
Iron:2.37mg
13.18%
Zinc:1.65mg
11.03%
Calcium:91.17mg
9.12%
Source:Epicurious