Description
Cilantro Lime Shrimp Tacos with Creamy Slaw are a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings the taste of Mexico to your kitchen. Perfect for any occasion, these tacos feature succulent shrimp marinated in lime and spices, complemented by a refreshing creamy slaw. Wrapped in warm tortillas and topped with buttery avocado, this meal is not only quick to prepare but also packed with nutrition. In just 20 minutes, you can create a delightful culinary experience that will impress family and friends alike. Enjoy the zesty flavors and customizable toppings for a personalized touch!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb wild-caught shrimp
- 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
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons honey
- ½ bunch cilantro
- 3 cups finely shredded green cabbage
- ½ cup Greek yogurt
- 8 6-inch tortillas (corn or flour)
- Avocado, sliced
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, chili powder, olive oil, lime zest, lime juice, honey, and half of the chopped cilantro.
- Marinate the shrimp for about 10 minutes.
- Heat butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook marinated shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until pink.
- In another bowl, combine cabbage, Greek yogurt, remaining cilantro, and lime juice to make the slaw.
- Warm tortillas; assemble tacos with shrimp, slaw, and avocado.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 140mg