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Cilantro Lime Shrimp Tacos topped with creamy slaw

Cilantro Lime Shrimp Tacos with Creamy Slaw

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A refreshing and vibrant dish featuring wild-caught shrimp, zesty lime, and creamy slaw, perfect for any summer gathering.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 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
  • 1 teaspoon lime zest
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • ½ bunch cilantro, finely chopped
  • 3 cups finely shredded green cabbage
  • ½ cup Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 8 6-inch tortillas (corn or flour)
  • Avocado, sliced for serving
  • Extra lime wedges, for serving

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine the shrimp with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and chili powder. Allow to rest for 10 minutes.
  2. Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes until pink and opaque. Add lime zest, lime juice, and honey, stirring to coat.
  3. In a bowl, mix shredded cabbage, Greek yogurt, lime juice, and cilantro. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  4. Warm tortillas in a dry skillet for about 30 seconds on each side.
  5. Assemble tacos by placing a portion of slaw on each tortilla, topping with shrimp and avocado, and squeezing fresh lime juice over the top.

Notes

For gluten-free options, use corn tortillas. Adjust the spice level with jalapeños or hot sauce as desired.

  • Author: Chef Hanna
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 taco
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg