Mediterranean Diet Tuna Ceviche

Bright, refreshing, and bursting with vibrant Mediterranean flavors, this Mediterranean Diet Tuna Ceviche is the perfect no-cook recipe for light lunches or elegant appetizers. Featuring sashimi-grade tuna "cooked" in a zesty blend of lemon and lime juices, this dish showcases the wholesome goodness of fresh vegetables like cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion, complemented by briny capers and green olives. Tossed with extra virgin olive oil and fragrant herbs like parsley and mint, this ceviche is as nutritious as it is delicious. Ready in just 20 minutes, it's a delightful balance of protein, healthy fats, and crisp textures that pairs beautifully with whole-grain crackers or fresh veggie slices. Add a Mediterranean twist to your table with this easy, citrus-forward recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 300 grams fresh tuna (sashimi grade)
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• 3 tablespoons lime juice
• 0.5 medium, finely diced red onion
• 150 grams, halved or quartered cherry tomatoes
• 0.5 medium, diced cucumber
• 50 grams, pitted and sliced green olives
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon, chopped fresh mint
• 1 tablespoon, rinsed capers
• 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Start by ensuring your tuna is sashimi grade and very fresh. Pat the tuna dry with a paper towel and then dice it into small, bite-sized cubes (about 1 cm or 0.5 inch). Place the diced tuna into a medium-sized glass or ceramic bowl (avoid metal as it can react with the citrus).

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix the lemon juice and lime juice. Pour this citrus mix over the diced tuna, ensuring all pieces are coated evenly. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the tuna marinate in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes. The citrus will 'cook' the tuna lightly during this time.

Step 3

While the tuna marinates, prepare the vegetables and herbs. Finely dice the red onion, halve or quarter the cherry tomatoes, dice the cucumber, slice the green olives, and chop the parsley and mint.

Step 4

After the tuna has marinated, remove it from the refrigerator and gently drain any excess liquid. Be sure not to press or squeeze the tuna, as that may damage its texture.

Step 5

Combine the marinated tuna with the prepared vegetables (red onion, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and olives), fresh parsley, mint, and rinsed capers.

Step 6

Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil over the mixture and season with sea salt and black pepper. Gently toss all ingredients together to combine well, being careful not to break up the tuna.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. You may add extra lemon or lime juice for a more pronounced citrus flavor, or an additional pinch of salt if desired.

Step 8

Serve immediately in chilled bowls or plates. Garnish with extra parsley or mint if desired. This Tuna Ceviche pairs beautifully with whole-grain crackers or fresh vegetable slices as part of a Mediterranean-inspired meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(860.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	867.7

Total Fat 52.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 114mg	0%
Sodium 2369.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 30.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.2g	0%
Total Sugars 11.2g
Protein 77.0g	0%

Vitamin D 681IU	0%
Calcium 201.4mg	0%
Iron 7.7mg	0%
Potassium 2494.7mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.3%

Protein: 34.2%

Carbs: 13.5%