Acapulco Delight
Dive into the vibrant flavors of the tropics with this refreshing Acapulco Delight, a stunning shrimp ceviche-inspired dish that’s perfect for warm-weather dining. Featuring tender, citrus-marinated shrimp tossed with juicy mango, creamy avocado, and a crisp mix of red onion, red bell pepper, and cilantro, this recipe is as colorful as it is flavorful. A hint of jalapeño adds a gentle kick (if desired), while fresh lime and orange juices lend a zesty brightness to every bite. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s an ideal quick-fix appetizer or light meal, served with crunchy tortilla chips or tostadas for scooping. Whether you’re hosting a summer gathering or just craving a taste of coastal Mexico, this Acapulco Delight ceviche will transport your taste buds to paradise. Perfect for seafood lovers, it’s gluten-free, vibrant, and irresistibly delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 120 ml fresh lime juice
- 60 ml fresh orange juice
- 1 medium red onion, finely diced
- 1 medium ripe mango, peeled and diced
- 1 medium ripe avocado, diced
- 1 small red bell pepper, diced
- 20 grams fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 small jalapeño, finely minced (optional)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 bag tortilla chips or tostadas (for serving)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, bring water to a gentle boil. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink and are opaque. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
Cut the cooked shrimp into bite-sized pieces and transfer them to a large mixing bowl.
Add the lime juice, orange juice, and salt to the bowl with the shrimp. Stir well, cover, and refrigerate for 10 minutes to allow the shrimp to soak up the citrus flavors.
While the shrimp marinates, prepare the other ingredients. Dice the red onion, mango, avocado, red bell pepper, and jalapeño (if using). Chop the cilantro.
Remove the shrimp mixture from the refrigerator. Add the diced onion, mango, avocado, bell pepper, jalapeño, and cilantro to the bowl.
Drizzle the olive oil over the mixture and sprinkle with black pepper. Gently toss to combine, ensuring the ingredients are evenly coated.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or lime juice as preferred.
Serve the Acapulco Delight chilled with tortilla chips or tostadas. Garnish with extra cilantro, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
665 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.2 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 236 mg | 79% | |
| Sodium | 920 mg | 40% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 69.5 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.4 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.1 g | ||
| Protein | 37.2 g | 74% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 188 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 911 mg | 19% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
