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    Home » Recipes » Side Dishes and Drinks » Side Dishes » Ceviche de Brócoli (Broccoli Ceviche)

    Published: Jul 27, 2022 Modified: Jul 31, 2022 by Catherine Arena Leave a Comment

    Ceviche de Brócoli (Broccoli Ceviche)

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    This vibrant and refreshing Ceviche de Brócoli (Broccoli Ceviche) is delicious anytime especially perfect for entertaining and weekend barbecues! Incredibly easy to make and delicious!

    Ceviche de Brócoli (Broccoli Ceviche) is served on a clear glass plate with a fork and a large glass bowl filled with the ceviche.

    Traditional ceviche dishes, like shrimp and tilapia may be some of the most popular, but if you haven’t had any vegetable ceviche dishes yet, you are missing out!

    Vegetable ceviche dishes like cauliflower, mushroom, carrot and broccoli ceviche are just amazing!

    They’re refreshing, economical and make for excellent side dishes for a large gathering, entertaining or a weekend picnic or barbecue.

    Do not pass on giving this Broccoli ceviche dish a try!

    Ceviche de Brócoli (Broccoli Ceviche) is served on a clear glass plate with a fork and a large glass bowl filled with the ceviche.

    What is Ceviche?

    In general, ceviche is pieces of fish or shellfish marinated and in essence cooked in citrus juices, usually lemon or lime.

    The acidity in the citrus breaks down and denatures the proteins in the shellfish or fish, causing the texture to become firm and opaque in color.

    Luckily, for all of us, there are many different types of ceviche. Including vegetable and fruit ceviche.

    However, unless you are vegetarian or vegan, chances are you haven’t come across too many vegetable ceviche dishes.

    Although vegetable ceviche is not as common as say shrimp ceviche or tilapia ceviche, it is equally as delicious.

    Seafood Ceviche Variations

    There are countless of seafood ceviche variations, here are just a few to get your mouth watering!

    • Shrimp Ceviche
    • Tilapia Ceviche
    • Pulpo (octopus) Ceviche
    • Halibut Ceviche
    • Oysters Ceviche
    • Clam Ceviche
    • Scallop Ceviche
    • Squid Ceviche
    • Sole Ceviche

    Vegetable Ceviche Variations

    Vegetable ceviche dishes are equally as delicious and incredibly simple to make.

    Here are just a few ideas.

    • Broccoli Ceviche
    • Mushroom Ceviche
    • Cauliflower Ceviche
    • Sweet Potato and Corn Ceviche
    • Carrot Ceviche
    • Mixed Vegetable Ceviche
    Ceviche de Brócoli (Broccoli Ceviche) is served on a clear glass plate with a fork and a large glass bowl filled with the ceviche.

    Can Ceviche de Brócoli (Broccoli Ceviche) Be Made Ahead of Time?

    Absolutely! As a matter of fact, this recipe is best the following day.

    A few things to keep in mind when making this dish:

    Since this recipe is made using raw broccoli, making it the day before you intend on serving it, will have dual benefit.

    One, it will allow enough time for the flavors to blend but also “blanches” the broccoli naturally.

    However, I would not recommend making it more than 2 days ahead of time. Doing so will make the florets sort of start to lose their shape.

    Ingredients You Will Need

    • broccoli crowns
    • red onions
    • avocados

    Lime Vinaigrette

    • cider vinegar
    • lime juice
    • olive oil
    • fresh cilantro
    • crushed red pepper
    • salt and pepper

    How to Make Ceviche de Brócoli (Broccoli Ceviche)

    Ingredients in small condiment bowls for the broccoli ceviche on top of a wooden cutting board.
    Ceviche marinade mixed in a white bowl.
    1. Gather the ingredients you will need for the vinaigrette.
    2. Rinse and chop the fresh cilantro.
    3. Place all the ingredients in a bowl and mix with a fork.
    Veggies on top of a wooden cutting board being chopped.
    All the ingredients inside a glass mixing bowl.
    1. Rinse the broccoli under cool water and break the florets off of the crown.
    2. Slice broccoli florets very thinly.
    3. Slice the onions thinly.
    4. Slice or cube the avocados.
    5. Place everything in a large bowl and toss together making sure to incorporate the marinade well.
    Ceviche de Brócoli (Broccoli Ceviche) put away in a plastic container to marinate overnight.

    Place the ceviche in a container and cover.

    Place the container in the refrigerator.

    Allow it to marinate overnight for best results.

    Can the Ceviche de Brócoli (Broccoli Ceviche) Be Eaten Right Away after Marinating?

    Although you can certainly eat this salad immediately after tossing the vinaigrette with the vegetables, I do not recommend it.

    This salad benefits from sitting in the refrigerator for a minimum of one to two hours.

    Plus it is best served chilled.

    For the absolute best results, allow it to sit in the refrigerator overnight.

    Pro Tip: Make sure to cut the florets very thinly for the best crunchy, flavorful bite!

    You can also chop the broccoli florets and onion into small cubes.

    Ceviche de Brócoli (Broccoli Ceviche) is served on a clear glass plate with a fork and a large glass bowl filled with the ceviche.

    Is it Better to Blanch the Broccoli First?

    If you prefer to have your broccoli a little or a lot more tender, you absolutely can blanch the broccoli in boiling water for a few minutes.

    For Slightly Tender Broccoli

    If you like your broccoli with a crunch but not completely raw, you can certainly blanch the florets for 1 minute.

    Instructions

    Add the broccoli florets to a pot of boiling water for 1 minute and immediately strain the broccoli florets out of the pot.

    For Tender Broccoli

    If you prefer your broccoli even more tender, you will need to blanch the florets for a longer amount of time.

    Instructions

    Add the broccoli florets to a pot of boiling water for 2-3 minutes and immediately strain the broccoli florets out of the pot.

    Other Ceviche Dishes

    Ceviche dishes are also amazing on top of tostadas, served with tortilla chips or even served inside of an avocado.

    If you have never tried any of these combinations, make sure to give these a try as well!

    Tilapia Ceviche Tostadas

    Shrimp Ceviche Tostadas

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    Ceviche de Brócoli (Broccoli Ceviche) is served on a clear glass plate with a fork and a large glass bowl filled with the ceviche.

    Ceviche de Brócoli (Broccoli Ceviche)

    This vibrant and refreshing Ceviche de Brócoli (Broccoli Ceviche) is delicious anytime especially perfect for entertaining and weekend barbecues! Incredibly easy to make and delicious!
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    Course: Side Dish, Vegetarian
    Cuisine: Mexican
    Prep Time: 20 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 2 hours hours
    Total Time: 2 hours hours 20 minutes minutes
    Servings: 5
    Calories: 349kcal
    Author: Catherine Arena

    Ingredients

    • 2 broccoli crowns rinsed and thinly sliced
    • ½ red onion thinly sliced
    • 2 avocados sliced or cubed

    Lime Vinaigrette

    • 2 tablespoon cider vinegar
    • 4 tablespoon lime juice
    • ⅓ cup olive oil may add a little more depending on taste
    • 4 tablespoon fresh cilantro finely chopped
    • 1½ teaspoon crushed red pepper can be less or completely excluded
    • salt and pepper to taste

    Instructions

    Lime Vinaigrette

    • Gather the ingredients you will need for the vinaigrette.
    • Rinse and chop the fresh cilantro.
    • Place all the ingredients in a bowl and mix with a fork.

    Mixing the Broccoli Ceviche

    • Rinse the broccoli under cool water and break the florets off of the crown.
    • Slice broccoli florets very thinly lengthwise.
    • Slice the onions thinly.
    • Slice or cube the avocados.
    • Place everything in a large bowl and toss together making sure to incorporate the marinade well.
    • Place the ceviche in a container, cover and refrigerate overnight for best results.

    Notes

     
    Pro Tips:
    • Make sure to cut the florets very thinly for the best crunchy, flavorful bite!
    • This recipe calls for “raw” broccoli. However, if you prefer slightly tender or tender broccoli, refer to the post for instructions.
     
    Marinating– Although this salad benefits from marinating overnight, you can serve it after two hours of marinating in the refrigerator.
     

    Nutrition

    Serving: 5 | Calories: 349kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 18g | Sodium: 97mg | Potassium: 1206mg | Fiber: 12g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1838IU | Vitamin C: 229mg | Calcium: 131mg | Iron: 2mg
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