Description
Cilantro Lime Shrimp Tacos with Creamy Slaw are a vibrant and flavorful dish that will elevate any meal. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a festive gathering, these tacos combine tender marinated shrimp with a refreshing creamy slaw. The zesty lime and fresh cilantro in the marinade create an unforgettable explosion of flavor, while creamy avocado adds richness to each bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb wild-caught shrimp, peeled and deveined
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 3 cups shredded green cabbage
- ½ cup Greek yogurt
- 8 tortillas (corn or flour)
- Sliced avocado
Instructions
- Step: In a mixing bowl, whisk together salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, olive oil, lime juice, and honey. Add shrimp and marinate for 10-15 minutes.
- Step: In another bowl, mix shredded cabbage, Greek yogurt, and additional lime juice to make the slaw.
- Step: Heat butter in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook marinated shrimp for about 2-3 minutes on each side until pink.
- Step: Warm tortillas in a skillet or microwave. Assemble tacos by placing shrimp on tortillas topped with slaw and sliced avocado.
Notes
Ensure shrimp is thoroughly thawed if using frozen. Keep components separate when storing leftovers to maintain the best texture. Use corn tortillas for a gluten-free option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 375 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 21 g
- Cholesterol: 180 mg
Keywords: shrimp tacos, cilantro lime, creamy slaw, mexican cuisine, quick dinner, taco night