Hearts of palm are seasoned to mimic the ocean-y flavor normally found in white fish and served alongside creamy guacamole in a hard taco shell. I love using hard taco shells because the crunch is the perfect contrast to the creamy guacamole and the buttery hearts of palm. Looking for more fun taco recipes? Try these 20-Minute Chickpea Tacos or these seriously good Lentil Tacos with Avocado Crema!
What is vegan ceviche?
Ceviche is a Latin American dish made of raw fish and/or seafood marinated in citrus juice. To replicate the somewhat firm texture of fish, I rely on hearts of palm, which are the inner core from certain palm trees. They make a fabulous substitute for various fish products, including ceviche and can be found in the canned vegetable section of your supermarket. And to mimic the ocean-y flavors without the fish flavor in a cruelty-free way, I rely on dulse flakes. Dulse is a type of red seaweed/algae plan with a slightly briny, sea flavor and is a great source of plant-based iodine. White miso paste also injects the umami associated with animal-based foods. You can find dulse flakes in specialty grocery stores, Asian grocery stores, or online.
Why you’ll go crazy for this recipe
Ocean-y sans the fish. Hearts of palm get sliced very thinly to resemble the texture of white fish! These hearts of palm are mixed with dulse flakes, which are a type of seaweed that lend a hand in bringing that fresh seafood taste to these ceviche tacos. Filled with wholesome ingredients. Loaded with healthy ingredients like cucumber, cherry tomatoes and chickpeas, you can rest easy knowing you’re fueling your body with the nutrients it needs!A host of delicious flavors. Aromatic onions, spicy pepper, fresh cilantro and bright citrus add flavor and herbaceousness that bring this dish over the top!
Tips for making this recipe
Use english cucumber instead of a regular cucumber. I find regular cucumbers (AKA pole cucumbers) tend to water down this ceviche salad and cause the hard taco shells to soften. I highly suggest using english cucumber which are crisper and less watery.Allow the miso paste to come to room temperature first. By letting miso paste sit out for a little while before making the marinade, it becomes much easier to whisk into the sauce evenly!
More Mexican-inspired recipes you will love…
Are you in the mood for even more Mexican inspired recipes? Check out some of my favorites below:
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