Description
Cilantro Lime Shrimp Tacos with Creamy Slaw are a vibrant and delicious meal that brings together the zesty flavors of cilantro and lime with succulent shrimp, all wrapped in warm tortillas. This recipe is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a casual dinner or a festive gathering. Each taco is packed with marinated shrimp and refreshing slaw, making it a delightful dish that’s quick to prepare—ready in just 28 minutes! Elevate your taco experience by customizing toppings like fresh avocado or spicy jalapeños. Enjoy this nutritious and flavorful meal that’s sure to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb wild-caught shrimp
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cups finely shredded green cabbage
- ½ cup Greek yogurt
- 8 tortillas (corn or flour)
Instructions
- Pat shrimp dry and season with salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and chili powder.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook shrimp for about 90 seconds per side until opaque.
- Lower heat, add butter, lime zest, honey, and lime juice; toss to coat shrimp in sauce.
- Mix cabbage, cilantro, Greek yogurt, lime juice, and salt in a bowl to create the slaw.
- Warm tortillas and assemble tacos by adding slaw, shrimp, avocado slices, and drizzle with sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (about 160g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 170mg