Vegan Ceviche with Citrus and Avocado
Vegan ceviche is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for a hot summer day. It is made with a variety of fresh vegetables, such as red onion, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, cucumber, and avocado. The vegetables are marinated in a citrus dressing made with lime juice, lemon juice, and orange juice. This gives the ceviche a bright and tangy flavor. Vegan ceviche is a great source of vitamins and minerals, and it is also a low-calorie and fat-free dish. It is a perfect meal for a light lunch or dinner.
Ceviche is a traditional Peruvian dish that is made with raw fish or seafood that is marinated in a citrus dressing. The acid in the citrus juice denatures the proteins in the fish or seafood, cooking it without heat. This results in a dish that is tender and flavorful, with a bright and tangy taste. Vegan ceviche is a variation on the traditional dish that uses vegetables instead of fish or seafood. It is just as refreshing and flavorful as the traditional dish, but it is also vegan and cruelty-free. I first came up with the idea for vegan ceviche when I was looking for a way to make a vegan version of my favorite Peruvian dish. I experimented with a variety of different vegetables, and I finally settled on a combination of red onion, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, cucumber, and avocado. I marinated the vegetables in a citrus dressing made with lime juice, lemon juice, and orange juice, and the result was a dish that was every bit as delicious as the traditional ceviche. I have since made vegan ceviche many times, and it has always been a hit with my friends and family. It is a perfect dish for a hot summer day, and it is also a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.
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Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 cup diced red onion
  • 1 cup diced green bell pepper
  • 1 cup diced red bell pepper
  • 1 cup diced cucumber
  • 1/2 cup diced avocado
  • 1/2 cup lime juice
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup orange juice
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine the red onion, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, cucumber, and avocado.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the lime juice, lemon juice, orange juice, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Pour the citrus dressing over the vegetables and toss to coat.
  4. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours, to allow the flavors to meld.
  5. Serve chilled, garnished with additional avocado slices and cilantro, if desired.
Why It Works
  • The combination of red onion, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, cucumber, and avocado provides a variety of flavors and textures.
  • The citrus dressing made with lime juice, lemon juice, and orange juice gives the ceviche a bright and tangy flavor.
  • Marinating the vegetables in the citrus dressing for at least 30 minutes allows the flavors to meld and develop.
  • Serving the ceviche chilled enhances the refreshing flavor.