Easy Ceviche de Soya
4 servings
An easy ceviche de soya recipe made with textured soy protein, fresh vegetables, lime juice, and cilantro. A refreshing Mexican vegan ceviche perfect for tostadas and family gatherings.
Ingredients
- 2 cups textured soy protein (small flakes or medium granules)
- 4 cups water
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 small piece onion
- 1 teaspoon salt (or more, to taste)
For the ceviche:
- 4 Roma tomatoes (diced)
- 1 cucumber (peeled, seeds removed, and diced)
- ½ white onion (finely chopped)
- 2 jalapeños or serrano peppers (finely chopped)
- 1 large bunch cilantro (chopped)
- 5 limes (juiced)
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil
- Salsa Maggi (to taste)
- soy sauce (to taste)
- Salt and black pepper (to taste)
For serving:
- Tostadas
- Avocado
- Hot sauce
Instructions
- Bring the water to a boil with the bay leaves, onion, and salt.
- Add the textured soy protein and cook for about 8–10 minutes until softened.
- Drain very well and rinse with cold water.
- Squeeze the soy gently with your hands or a clean kitchen towel to remove excess moisture.
- Transfer to a large bowl and mix with tomato, cucumber, onion, chile, and cilantro.
- Add lime juice, Maggi sauce, Soy sauce, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Mix well and let chill for at least 20 minutes before serving.
- Serve cold on tostadas with hot sauce.
Notes
- Squeeze the soy really well after rinsing so it doesn’t release water later and dilute the ceviche.
- Chill before serving so the soy fully absorbs the lime, tomato, cilantro, and chile flavors.
- Taste right before serving and adjust with extra salt or lime if needed, since flavors settle as it rests.
- Add extra chile or hot sauce if you like it spicy.
- Use ripe, juicy tomatoes for the best fresh, bright flavor.
- Keep leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Information
Serving: 1 serving | Calories: 272kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Sodium: 906mg | Potassium: 406mg | Fiber: 12g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 726IU | Vitamin C: 46mg | Calcium: 210mg | Iron: 6mg