Name: Salmon Ceviche with Mango & Lime
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 oz sashimi-grade salmon, skin removed and diced into ½-inch cubes; 1 ripe mango, peeled and diced; ¼ red onion, finely diced; 1 red chili or jalapeño, deseeded and finely chopped (optional for heat); Zest and juice of 2 limes; 1 tbsp olive oil; 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro (or parsley if preferred); Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste; Optional garnish: avocado slices, microgreens, or cucumber rounds

DifficultyBeginner

CategoryAppetizers, Fish

This tropical spin on ceviche features sashimi-grade salmon cured in lime juice, tossed with juicy mango, red onion, and fresh herbs. It's sweet, tangy, slightly spicy, and incredibly refreshing — perfect served with tortilla chips, on cucumber rounds, or in elegant appetizer spoons.

Yields4 Servings

Prep Time20 minsTotal Time20 mins

8 oz sashimi-grade salmon, skin removed and diced into ½-inch cubes

1 ripe mango, peeled and diced

¼ red onion, finely diced

1 red chili or jalapeño, deseeded and finely chopped (optional for heat)

Zest and juice of 2 limes

1 tbsp olive oil

2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro (or parsley if preferred)

Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Optional garnish: avocado slices, microgreens, or cucumber rounds

Cure the Salmon

In a mixing bowl, combine diced salmon with lime zest and juice.
Add a pinch of salt and gently stir. Let sit in the fridge for 10–15 minutes — the acid will "cook" the fish, firming up the texture slightly.

Prepare the Add-Ins

While the salmon is curing, dice the mango, red onion, and chili.
Chop your herbs and prep any garnishes you’d like.

Combine and Dress

Drain off a bit of the lime juice if there’s excess (leave a couple spoonfuls).
Add mango, onion, chili, olive oil, and herbs to the salmon.
Gently fold together. Taste and adjust seasoning with more lime, salt, or pepper if needed.

Serve

Spoon into small bowls, serve over avocado or cucumber slices, or pair with tortilla chips or plantain crisps for scooping.
Garnish with extra herbs or a few avocado cubes for added creaminess.

Pro Tips & Pairings

Use the freshest salmon possible — sushi-grade is key for safety and flavor.
This dish pairs beautifully with crisp white wines like Sauvignon Blanc or a citrusy rosé.
For an appetizer platter, serve in martini glasses or on tasting spoons.

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