Scallop Ceviche

This vibrant Scallop Ceviche is a refreshing seafood dish that relies on the power of citrus to "cook" the delicate scallops, resulting in a tender, opaque texture without heat. The combination of fresh lime and lemon juice creates a bright, zesty base that cuts through the natural sweetness of the bay scallops. Finely diced red onion and bell pepper add a satisfying crunch, while fresh cilantro and minced chile provide aromatic depth and a gentle kick of heat. It is an excellent choice for warm-weather gatherings, light lunches, or as an elegant appetizer.

Cuisine: Mexican

Courses: Appetisers

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 2

Calories: 151.0

Description

This vibrant Scallop Ceviche is a refreshing seafood dish that relies on the power of citrus to "cook" the delicate scallops, resulting in a tender, opaque texture without heat. The combination of fresh lime and lemon juice creates a bright, zesty base that cuts through the natural sweetness of the bay scallops. Finely diced red onion and bell pepper add a satisfying crunch, while fresh cilantro and minced chile provide aromatic depth and a gentle kick of heat. It is an excellent choice for warm-weather gatherings, light lunches, or as an elegant appetizer.

Directions

1
Wash and dry the bay scallops; pat them completely dry with paper towels.
2
Zest one lime and one lemon using a fine grater or zester, then set the zest aside for garnish.
3
Juice the remaining limes and the lemon to yield 1/2 cup lime juice and 1/4 cup lemon juice.
4
In a large non-reactive mixing bowl, combine the fresh citrus juices, olive oil, minced chile, minced garlic, and a pinch of salt.
5
Add the bay scallops, diced red bell pepper, diced red onion, and chopped cilantro to the bowl.
6
Gently toss everything together until the scallops are evenly coated with the citrus mixture.
7
Cover the bowl and let it marinate at room temperature for 1 hour, stirring occasionally to ensure even curing.
8
Transfer the bowl to the refrigerator and chill for an additional 1 hour to firm up the texture and meld flavors.
9
Before serving, taste the ceviche and add more salt if needed.
10
Garnish with the reserved julienned lime zest and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 2 cups

Amount Per Serving
Calories 151.0kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1.1g2%
Saturated Fat 0.3g2%
Cholesterol 39.7mg14%
Sodium 639.6mg27%
Total Carbohydrate 22.6g8%
Dietary Fiber 4.2g17%
Sugars 9.3g
Protein 16.1g33%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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