National Ceviche Day

Zest for Life: Celebrate National Ceviche Day with Good Thyme Gal

🐟 National Ceviche Day: A Refreshing Celebration of Citrus & Simplicity

There’s something truly magical about a dish that doesn’t require fire but still bursts with bold flavor, vibrant color, and soul-satisfying freshness. That’s the beauty of ceviche and on June 28, we honor this bright and zesty dish for National Ceviche Day!

Whether you’ve been a ceviche enthusiast for years or you're just dipping your toes into the citrusy waters, this is the perfect time to savor one of the most iconic and beloved dishes of coastal Latin American cuisine.

🌞 Why National Ceviche Day Deserves a Spot on Your Plate

Ceviche isn't just a summer favorite, it's a celebration of seasonal eating, mindful sourcing, and keeping things beautifully simple. Here’s why this day matters:

• Seasonal Freshness: Ceviche highlights peak-season ingredients like citrus, herbs, and seafood, making it the ultimate early summer dish.

• Low-Waste Potential: With minimal cooking and maximum flavor, ceviche allows home cooks to use small quantities of ingredients to create big, bold results.

• Cultural Appreciation: Celebrating ceviche offers a way to appreciate and honor traditional Latin American foodways with respect and joy.

• Health-Conscious & Balanced: Naturally gluten-free, protein-rich, and customizable for pescatarian and low-carb diets.

🌿 How Ceviche Aligns with the Good Thyme Gal Mission

At Good Thyme Gal, we believe in food that nourishes, excites, and brings people together without overcomplicating things or stretching the grocery budget. Ceviche is a dish rooted in this same philosophy.

• Equitable: You don’t need expensive cuts of fish or fancy ingredients to make a fantastic ceviche.

• Approachable: With just a bit of chopping and marinating, even beginner cooks can create something restaurant-worthy.

• Sustainable: Choosing seasonal herbs, local citrus, and responsibly-sourced seafood aligns with our earth-loving kitchen values.

• Joyful: Ceviche is colorful, fun, and perfect for sharing—a bright way to celebrate summer's arrival.

🍋 Easy Citrus Ceviche Recipe (Serves 4)

Prep Time: 15 minutesMarinate Time: 30 minutes – 1 hourTotal Time: 45–60 minutes

Cost: Under $15 for 4 servings

Ingredients:

• 1 lb white fish (like tilapia, halibut, or cod), cut into ½-inch cubes

• ¾ cup fresh lime juice (about 6 limes)

• ½ cup fresh orange juice

• 1 small red onion, finely chopped

• 1 medium tomato, diced

• 1 small jalapeño or serrano, minced (optional for heat)

• ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped

• ½ avocado, diced (optional)

• Salt & pepper to taste

• Tortilla chips or tostadas, for serving

Instructions:

1. In a glass or ceramic bowl, combine fish and citrus juices. Make sure the fish is fully submerged. Cover and refrigerate for 30–60 minutes, or until the fish turns opaque (indicating it’s "cooked" by the acid).

2. Drain off excess juice, leaving just a bit for moisture.

3. Stir in red onion, tomato, jalapeño, and cilantro. Season with salt and pepper.

4. Gently fold in avocado (if using) just before serving.

5. Serve with tortilla chips, on tostadas, or in lettuce cups for a lighter bite.

Make it Your Own:Use shrimp instead of fish, add mango for a sweet twist, or mix in diced cucumber for extra crunch.

🎉 Let’s Raise a Chip to Ceviche

National Ceviche Day is a flavorful reminder that the best dishes don’t need to be complicated to be special. With just a few fresh ingredients, some citrusy love, and a little chill time, you can whip up something vibrant and crowd-pleasing. It is perfect for warm evenings, backyard hangouts, or solo kitchen joy.

So whether you’re a ceviche connoisseur or a first-timer, this is your sign to chop, squeeze, stir, and savor. Food this fresh and feel-good deserves to be celebrated, and Good Thyme Gal is here to help you do just that.

Tag @Chrstyleeb on Instagram and use #NationalCevicheDay to share your citrusy creations. Let’s zest together!

With love and limes,

Good Thyme Gal 💛