Description
Shrimp Tacos are a vibrant and flavorful dish that’s perfect for any occasion, from weeknight dinners to festive gatherings. With succulent shrimp seasoned to perfection, crunchy cabbage adding texture, and creamy avocado providing richness, these tacos offer an explosion of taste in every bite. They come together quickly in just 30 minutes, making them an ideal choice for busy lifestyles. Drizzled with a zesty sauce that brings everything together, these delightful shrimp tacos are not only delicious but also customizable to suit your preferences. Serve them up with fresh toppings and sides for a meal everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt (or sour cream + mayonnaise)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
- ½ small cabbage, shredded
- 1 avocado, sliced
- Fresh cilantro and Cotija cheese for garnish
Instructions
- Make the Sauce: Whisk together Greek yogurt, lime juice, sriracha, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and salt. Thin with water if needed.
- Season Shrimp: Pat shrimp dry and coat evenly with a mix of smoked paprika, garlic powder, oregano, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Cook Shrimp: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook shrimp about 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Warm Tortillas: Heat tortillas in a skillet or microwave until soft.
- Assemble Tacos: Fill each tortilla with cabbage, avocado slices, cooked shrimp, sauce, cilantro, and cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 355
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 165mg