Shrimp and Heirloom Tomato Cevice

Makes | 4 servings

Ingredients

• 1 cup fresh lime juice
• 1/2 pound raw, peeled and deveined shrimp, cut into half lengthwise
• 1 jalapeño, minced
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 2 cups diced heirloom tomatoes; use a colorful variety
• 1/4 cup minced red onion
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tbs. extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 ripe avocado, cut into cubes
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Directions

1. For an authentic ceviche, marinate the raw cut shrimp with the lime juice for 30 minutes to “cook” the shrimp. (If you are not comfortable with this process, you can cook the shrimp in boiling water for one to two minutes before tossing with the lime juice.)
2. Toss the shrimp in a big bowl with the remaining ingredients and refrigerate for two hours before serving. If you find that your ceviche is too juicy, you may drain off some of the liquid before serving.