Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Cilantro Lime Shrimp Tacos with Creamy Slaw—a dish that embodies the essence of summer. Bursting with zesty lime, fresh cilantro, and succulent shrimp, these tacos are complemented by a creamy slaw that adds a delightful crunch to each bite. Perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, this recipe is quick to prepare and customizable to fit your taste preferences. In under 30 minutes, you can craft a colorful meal that’s not only delicious but also nutritious. Whether served with friends or enjoyed solo, these tacos will transport you straight to taco paradise.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb wild-caught shrimp, peeled and deveined
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 cups finely shredded green cabbage
- ½ cup Greek yogurt
- Juice and zest of 2 limes
- 8 tortillas (corn or flour)
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- Avocado slices (for topping)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, marinate the shrimp with salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, chili powder, olive oil, lime zest and juice, and honey. Let sit for about 10 minutes.
- Heat butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated shrimp for 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- In another bowl, combine shredded cabbage with Greek yogurt, lime juice, honey, and chopped cilantro; mix well.
- Warm tortillas in a skillet or microwave until soft.
- Assemble tacos by adding cooked shrimp to each tortilla followed by creamy slaw and avocado slices.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 180mg