Description
Cilantro Lime Shrimp Tacos are a vibrant and flavorful dish perfect for any occasion, from Taco Tuesdays to summer barbecues. These tacos feature succulent shrimp marinated in a zesty cilantro and lime blend, complemented by a creamy slaw that adds a delightful crunch. Nestled in warm corn tortillas, each bite delivers a refreshing burst of flavor that will satisfy your taste buds and impress your guests. Enjoy the versatility of this recipe by customizing with your favorite toppings like avocado or salsa, making it an ideal choice for casual family dinners or festive gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 cups shredded cabbage
- ½ cup shredded carrots
- 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 8 small corn tortillas
- Lime wedges, for garnish
- Extra cilantro, for garnish
- Optional toppings: sliced avocado, salsa, crumbled queso fresco
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together cilantro, lime juice, olive oil, garlic, cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add shrimp to the marinade and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes.
- In another bowl, mix cabbage and carrots. In a separate small bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking lime juice, mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper. Combine with the cabbage mixture and refrigerate.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook marinated shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque.
- Warm corn tortillas in a skillet or microwave until soft.
- Assemble tacos by placing shrimp and slaw in tortillas; garnish as desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 130mg