This lovely hearts of palm ceviche embodies summer. The cool citrus flavor combined with a texture similar to traditional ceviche makes this a winner in taste. Plus it’s good for you and the environment! Hearts of palm are rich in immune boosters, vitamin C, and zinc. On a hot day, this 10 minute recipe is just what your taste buds crave.
Servings: 3
Recipe adapted from The Blue Zones Kitchen: 100 Recipes to Live to 100
By Dan Buettner
Photographs by David McLain
Ingredients:
- 1 cup hearts of palm, sliced into small rounds (use fresh, canned, or jarred)
- 1 small sweet onion, quartered and sliced (Note: my onions were larger, so I only used ½ of the onion)
- 2 small sweet red peppers, cut into ¼ inch dices (can use any pepper you have, the more colorful the better)
- ¼ small habanero pepper, seeded and minced. (can be omitted for a gentler ceviche, or you can use a tiny pinch of dried crushed red pepper to give it some heat)
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro or parsley (can use whatever you have on hand)
- Juice of 1-2 limes
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- In a medium bowl, combine the hearts of palm, sweet onion, sweet peppers, habanero or other pepper for heat, and cilantro.
- Drizzle with lime juice and a tiny pinch of salt. Toss to combine.
- Serve immediately. Enjoy hearts of palm ceviche alone or serve it with crispy tortilla chips.
OPL Founder & Wayfinder Lorie Buckingham shares a favorite recipe.
Eat your veggies. Save the planet.
Eating more fruits and vegetables is good for you and the planet. Discover more delicious, plant-rich recipes contributed by members of the One Planet Life community. Gather your family and friends and enjoy sustainable eating together!
