Vegetarian Tuna Ceviche

Dive into the refreshing flavors of this vibrant Vegetarian Tuna Ceviche, a plant-based twist on the classic seafood dish that’s bursting with zesty, fresh ingredients. Made with protein-packed chickpeas and tender hearts of palm, this no-cook recipe replicates the texture of tuna, while crumbled nori adds a subtle ocean-inspired flavor. A medley of diced red onion, tomatoes, cucumber, and cilantro is elevated with a tangy citrus-soy dressing, creating a light yet satisfying dish. Ready in just 15 minutes, this ceviche pairs perfectly with crispy tortilla chips, crackers, or as a unique taco filling. Whether you're hosting a summer gathering or looking for a quick and wholesome appetizer, this vegan ceviche showcases all the bright, bold flavors you crave, without any of the seafood.

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Canned chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
• 1 cup Canned hearts of palm (chopped)
• 0.25 cup Red onion (finely diced)
• 1 medium Tomato (finely diced)
• 0.5 cup Cucumber (deseeded and diced)
• 0.25 cup Cilantro (chopped)
• 2 medium Lime (juiced)
• 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 0.5 sheet Nori sheet (crumbled or cut into small pieces)
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 medium Avocado (cubed, optional)
• 0 as needed Tortilla chips or crackers (for serving, optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a mixing bowl, mash the chickpeas lightly with a fork, leaving some chunks for texture.

Step 2

Add the chopped hearts of palm to the bowl with the chickpeas.

Step 3

Stir in the diced red onion, tomato, cucumber, and cilantro.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, soy sauce, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 5

Pour the dressing over the chickpea and hearts of palm mixture and toss gently to combine.

Step 6

Add the crumbled nori sheet to the mixture to give it a subtle seafood-like flavor. Mix well.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or lime juice if needed.

Step 8

Optional: Gently fold in cubed avocado for added creaminess.

Step 9

Cover the ceviche and let it chill in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 10

Serve cold with tortilla chips, crackers, or as a taco filling. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(874.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	896.1

Total Fat 49.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2348.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 103.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 29.3g	0%
Total Sugars 17.3g
Protein 25.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 233.0mg	0%
Iron 7.0mg	0%
Potassium 2258.2mg	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: 46.2%

Protein: 10.6%

Carbs: 43.2%