Is Ceviche safe to eat?

Yes, if made with fresh, high-quality fish.

What types of fish are best for Ceviche?

White fish like snapper or sole work well.

It's best eaten fresh, but can be prepped a few hours in advance.

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A refreshing dish made of raw fish marinated in citrus juices, often served with vegetables.

Per 100 g

140 kcal

Typical Serving

210 kcal

(150 g)

Protein	Carbs	Fat
25 g / 100g	5 g / 100g	2 g / 100g

Where the calories come from

Protein 72% · Carbs 15% · Fat 13%

Share of energy: 4 kcal per gram of protein and carbs, 9 kcal per gram of fat.

Typical Serving (150 g, 210 kcal) is 11% of a 2,000 kcal day. 2,000 kcal is the reference day used on nutrition labels, not a personal target.
Burning typical serving takes about 51 min of brisk walking. Estimate for a 70 kg adult walking briskly (about 4 kcal a minute).

Ceviche is number 1 of 6 by calories per 100 g, lowest first. The similar foods average 170 kcal per 100 g.

Food	kcal / 100 g	Protein / 100 g
Ceviche	140	25 g
Crunchy Vegetable Sushi	140	3 g
Savory Lentil Shepherd's Pie	150	9 g
Savory Veggie Sushi	150	3 g
Doro Wat (Ethiopian Chicken Stew)	200	25 g
Savory Okonomiyaki	210	8 g

Nutrition data updated June 12, 2026.

8/10

Low in calories, great for a weight loss diet.

Is Ceviche safe to eat?: Yes, if made with fresh, high-quality fish.
What types of fish are best for Ceviche?: White fish like snapper or sole work well.
Can Ceviche be prepared in advance?: It's best eaten fresh, but can be prepped a few hours in advance.

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