Description
Cilantro Lime Shrimp Tacos with Creamy Slaw are a vibrant and flavorful dish perfect for any occasion. These tacos feature fresh, wild-caught shrimp marinated in a zesty honey-lime sauce, complemented by a creamy slaw made from crisp cabbage and Greek yogurt. Wrapped in warm tortillas and topped with sliced avocado, each bite is a delightful explosion of taste. Quick to prepare in just 28 minutes, these tacos are not only delicious but also customizable, making them a fantastic choice for busy weeknights or fun gatherings with friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb wild-caught shrimp
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 3 cups green cabbage, shredded
- ½ cup Greek yogurt
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
- 1 avocado
Instructions
- Season shrimp with salt, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and chili powder.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; cook shrimp for 90 seconds per side until opaque.
- Add butter, lime zest, lime juice, and honey to the pan; stir to coat the shrimp and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- In a bowl, mix cabbage, cilantro, Greek yogurt, lime juice, and salt for the slaw.
- Warm tortillas; assemble tacos with slaw, shrimp, and avocado.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 170mg