Description
Cilantro Lime Shrimp Tacos with Creamy Slaw are a fresh and vibrant meal that brings the flavors of the coast to your kitchen. In just 28 minutes, you can enjoy these quick and easy tacos that feature juicy shrimp marinated in a zesty cilantro lime sauce, complemented by a creamy slaw and buttery avocado. Perfect for weeknight dinners, gatherings, or meal prep, this recipe is both delicious and nutritious. Whether you’re hosting friends or enjoying a quiet night in, these shrimp tacos will satisfy your cravings and impress your taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb wild-caught shrimp, peeled and deveined
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cups finely shredded green cabbage
- ½ cup Greek yogurt
- Juice and zest of 2 limes
- Honey (for sweetness)
- Tortillas (corn or flour)
Instructions
- Marinate the shrimp by combining salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, chili powder, olive oil in a mixing bowl. Toss in the shrimp until coated.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with butter. Cook the marinated shrimp for about 3–4 minutes on each side until pink and opaque.
- For the creamy slaw, whisk together Greek yogurt, lime juice, lime zest, honey, and chopped cilantro. Fold in shredded cabbage.
- Warm tortillas in a skillet or microwave. Assemble tacos by layering slaw, cooked shrimp, and sliced avocado.
- Serve with extra lime wedges for added zest.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 170mg